What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Drafting Technician position at Fehr & Peers?
At Fehr & Peers, we recognize that our design work has real-world impacts in the communities we serve. Our team of engineers, designers, and drafters collaborate across a wide range of projects, leveraging the latest software to deliver innovative designs of the highest precision and quality. We are seeking a CAD Drafting Technician to support project work to elevate our CAD-based deliverables companywide. We empower our drafters to make creative, dynamic, and innovative use of drafting software on a myriad of project types: from conceptual signal and striping plans to larger plan sets for our agency clients. This role will meet both internal and client needs and help to create stunning visual deliverables that differentiate us from our competitors.
The ideal candidate has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of plan preparation and CAD software, along with an eagerness to innovate and elevate our firm-wide design practices—including improving our standard templates and drafting methods. We offer a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible work environment with excellent benefits, along with robust professional development opportunities.
\n- Work collaboratively with a team of technical professionals, supporting day-to-day operations and forward-thinking goals by applying CAD-based design knowledge and skills to a range of engineering projects
- Contribute to companywide engineering initiatives that refine our CAD practices
- 0 – 2 years of work experience as a CAD drafter, designer, or engineer
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Microstation, with a basic understanding of AutoCAD Suite, Bluebeam and Projectwise
- Experience within the Civil or Traffic Engineering industry is highly desirable
- Degree or technical certification in drafting, engineering, or related field
- Comfort in a dynamic work environment with a variety of staff at multiple levels
- Ability to train, mentor, and influence the work of others in a positive way
- Strong interpersonal skills, commitment to collaboration, and a creative approach to problem-solving
- Experience and/or interest in other software, such as Autodesk 3ds Max, Sketchup, Rhino 3D, Revit, GIS/CAD integration, or Adobe Suite (desirable)
Benefit Highlights:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.
401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Commuter Benefits.
Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave.
8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
Mentoring and Career Development programs.
Research and Development group participation, and more.
Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page.
EEO: Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.
Salary : $28 - $34
