OVERVIEW

Mid-level career technical role responsible for supporting the development and execution of civil/structural design deliverables. Applies technical drafting and design skills to produce accurate and compliant documentation using industry-standard computer-aided design (CAD) tools. Contributes to multidisciplinary design efforts and supports project objectives through quality-focused design execution. This role reflects a transition to near senior-level technical responsibilities, including mentoring junior staff and influencing design standards and practices.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not include formal supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance to junior designers under the direction of senior staff.

EDUCATION

High school diploma with vocational or technical training in drafting technology, or equivalent working knowledge/experience. An associate degree in drafting/design technology is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

This is the transitional position where the incumbent is expected to begin developing a working knowledge of fundamental design concepts, but is also expected to be versatile in performing senior-level drafting assignments. Normally requires a high school graduate with vo-tech training in basic drafting technology and minimum 6 years related experience (or equivalent working knowledge/experience), or a 2-year degree in drafting/design technology and 5 years related experience. Incumbent must demonstrate a proficiency in utilizing CADD equipment for a variety of assignments.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares moderately-difficult to difficult engineering and construction drawings for a complete phase of a project, utilizing manual and computer-assisted drafting/design techniques. In most cases, only minimal information and very rough sketches are provided.
• Performs discipline design tasks which regularly require the application of fundamental engineering concepts and mathematical formulas these assignments may include determining material needs and performing necessary calculations using accepted formulas and references, as well as developing and detailing minor design elements which have not been clearly defined in the layouts or sketches.
• Reviews manufacturers/ or fabricators' prints for conformance with contract specifications.
• Performs routine checking and/or verification tasks.
• Supports field assignments as required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before clients or employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally may conduct or participate in a field trip to an operating plant or construction site. This requires normal hearing, the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal work environment will be a business office with moderate noise. Occasionally may visit or be temporarily assigned to work in an operating plant or at a construction site. This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, work near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals and airborne particles.

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