CAD Designer

Position: CAD Designer

Number of hours: 40 hours/week

Schedule: 9:00 am to 5:00 am EST

• Prepare civil site drawings and layouts using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Create and modify construction and permitting drawings in compliance with US standards.
• Interpret topographical survey data and develop grading plans.
• Collaborate with engineers, other drafters, designers and project managers to meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain and organize drawing files and records.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across all design documents.
• Prepare detailed design drawings for grading and site development, utilities, including developing alignments, profiles, cross sections and details
• Process field survey data to generate base maps for engineering design.
• Perform volume/quantity calculations as required for earthwork and horizontal infrastructure projects such as force mains, storm/sanitary sewers and water pipelines
• Prepare construction documents based on self-directed design and engineering mark-ups that adhere to related specifications while using basic knowledge of relevant design and drafting principles
• Coordinate with various design teams including architectural, structural, electrical, HVAC and plumbing
• Operate self-directed on multidiscipline projects coordinating project set-up, chartering documents, and maintain designer team schedules
• Utilize CAD software to draft and design technical drawings to support various departments across Apex.
• Work with other CAD Team Members, Project Managers, and Project Engineers to understand scope of work, schedule, and budget.
• Other tasks as assigned
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D is a MUST
• Strong knowledge of construction practices and civil design principles
• Familiarity with site infrastructure works is a PLUS
• Experience in drawings for permitting in the US is a PLUS
• Understanding of topography and grading is a MUST
• Experience using Microsoft 365 tools is a PLUS
• an Associates Degree in Engineering Technology, Computer-Aided Design, or a related field is a plus
• Excellent technical communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good safety record and understanding of safe work practices.

Work Schedule

• Must be willing to work 9AM to 5PM Eastern Time (with some flexibility based on client direction)
• Not required to work on US holidays