Entry Level CAD Designer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

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Jacobs is looking for a CAD Designer to join our Life Sciences team in Indianapolis, IN. The CAD Designer will develop technical drawings from sketches or from general engineering and design information, while strictly adhering to all client drawing standards and drawing procedures. Drawings will be created/modified using computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD and REVIT, as well as client drawing management software. After making a draft, you will submit them for approval and make any necessary revisions. Applicants should have a technical background in drafting design and experience with CAD software, like AutoCAD and REVIT. Experience using Navisworks or Revizto is also a plus.

CAD Designer Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop technical drawings using CAD software
• Make revisions and obtain client approvals
• Proficiency using client drawing management software
• Check drawings with consideration for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to client drawing standards and procedures
• Collaborate with other team members, both internally and externally, to understand scope of work
  
  
  

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

CAD Designer Requirements And Qualifications

• Technical degree in drafting or equivalent job experience
• Experience with CAD software
• Technical design skills
• Deadline-oriented mindset
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Willingness to take direction from senior team members, as well as mentor others in your area of expertise
• Ability to work individually and as a team member
• Attention to health/safety of self and others
• Driven to learn and develop new skills
  
  
  

Posted Salary Range Minimum

43,300.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

65,450.00

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $43,300.00 to $65,450.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.