What are the responsibilities and job description for the CADD Designer position at Dudek?
Location(s): Denver, Phoenix, Seattle, or Portland
Practice/Department: Emerging Regions / Energy Design
Internal Title: CADD Designer II
Work Environment: Flexible
Compensation: $33.65-$43.65 hourly*
Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we've been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.Who You AreAs an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.How You'll Make an ImpactYou'll play a key role as a CADD Designer II, creating and refining technical drawings that support engineering and energy design projects. In this role, you'll use CADD software to produce accurate, detailed plans while working closely with engineers, designers, and project managers. You'll ensure that your work meets company standards, aligns with industry requirements, and supports project success from concept through construction. This is a strong opportunity to grow your technical skills, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment.
Preferred candidate locations: Denver, Phoenix, Seattle, or Portland.Duties and Responsibilities
- Drafting and Design Support
- Create detailed 2D and 3D drawings, diagrams, and schematics using CADD software.
- Help turn conceptual designs and engineering specifications into precise technical drawings.
- Ensure your work is accurate, consistent, and aligned with drafting standards
- Software and Process Improvement
- Use CADD software efficiently to optimize drafting speed and accuracy.
- Stay up to date on best practices, software updates, and industry trends.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows and drafting efficiency.
- File Management and Documentation
- Organize and maintain drawing files, project records, and revisions for easy access.
- Follow document control procedures to track versions and updates.
- Support the maintenance of CADD libraries, templates, and design resources.
- Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations, and visual data when needed.
- Quality Control and Standards Compliance
- Make sure all drawings comply with industry codes, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct self-checks to maintain precision and minimize errors.
- Project Coordination and Collaboration
- Work closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to develop and refine technical drawings.
- Revise and update drawings based on feedback and project changes.
- Support the review process to ensure drawings are accurate before final submission.
- 3 years' experience in CADD drafting, preferably in the AEC industry.
- High school diploma.
- Associate's degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, or other industry-standard CADD software
- Basic understanding of engineering, architectural, or construction drawings and standards, including experience with BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) projects
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
- Ability to interpret technical specifications and design concepts
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to support multidisciplinary project teams
Compensation: $33.65-$43.26 hourly*
*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.
Working ConditionsEnvironment*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.
- This job operates in a remote or office-based environment, and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
- This job requires occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.
- Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
- Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
- Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek's operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek's commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.
Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
