Structures CAD Technician

Parametrix

$60K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in engineering technology, civil engineering, drafting, or related field
  • 2+ years of CAD design or drafting experience preferred
  • Proficiency in MicroStation or Civil 3D; experience with OpenRoads or InRoads is beneficial
  • Previous experience supporting transportation, bridge, or structural engineering projects preferred
  • Ability to interpret engineering markups and translate them into clear, accurate drawings
  • Strong work ethic and desire for professional growth

Responsibilities

  • Develop CAD plans, details, and layouts for structural transportation projects
  • Prepare and revise plan sheets based on engineering direction
  • Use CAD software like MicroStation and Civil 3D to create project drawings
  • Coordinate with engineers and project managers to support drawing accuracy
  • Incorporate feedback to maintain drawing quality and consistency

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision, disability insurance)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off (vacation & sick/wellness time)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Bonding Leave
Full Job Description
About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Structures CAD Technician to join our Southwest Transportation team. In this role, you will help develop engineering plans, drawings, and construction documents for bridges and other transportation structures that support safe, reliable infrastructure in the communities we serve.

This position will be hybrid, supporting our California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico offices.

Your Role on the Team
  • Develop CAD plans, details, and layouts for bridge, retaining wall and other structural transportation projects.
  • Prepare and revise plan sheets based on engineering direction, design information, calculations, sketches, and redlines.
  • Use MicroStation, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads to create and maintain project drawings.
  • Coordinate with engineers, designers, project managers, and other disciplines to support drawing reviews and incorporate feedback to maintain accuracy, quality, and consistency.

What You Bring to the Team
  • Associate degree in engineering technology, civil engineering, drafting, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of CAD design or drafting experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation or Civil 3D; experience with OpenRoads or InRoads is beneficial.
  • Previous experience supporting transportation, bridge, or structural engineering projects preferred.
  • Experience preparing plans for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, or similar transportation structures preferred.
  • Ability to interpret engineering markups and technical information and translate them into clear, accurate drawings.
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to learn and grow as a drafter.


Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Our Benefits include:
  • Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

Hourly Range

$60,000-$110,000 USD

Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

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