CAD Technician-Structural

TITLE: CAD TECHNICIAN-Structural

REPORTS TO: GROUP MANAGER

GENERAL SUMMARY:

With general direction from the Group Manager and/or engineer applies CAD skills and knowledge in drafting architectural/engineering design documents and provides general CAD technical support in the discipline of structural.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Creates architectural/engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing both MIcroStation and AutoCAD software. Works closely with architects and engineers during design phase of project to understand scope of project information to determine CAD needs and guidelines for the project. After needs are determined provide assistance to set-up CAD files and quality control measures when relating to client standards. Makes corrections and produces final documents for architects and engineers review. Checks for integration of sections and coordination of disciplines. Works with architects and engineers to resolve document coordination and production problems. Assists in training programs relating to current/new releases of CAD software and assists in reviewing new upgrades/releases of software. Participates in benchmarking new software and provides feedback to Systems Support. Provides assistance in both developing and maintaining standard block libraries and library of details. Reproduces documents upon request. May produce drawings in 3D. May do some field checking. Provides day-to-day support for all disciplines relating to CAD issues. Active member in the CAD User Group. Uses team oriented problem solving. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: 2 year associates degree in architectural or construction technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: 5 plus years related and progressively more responsible experience producing architectural/engineering documents using CAD technology.

Training:  Advanced Autocad, Microstation