
CAD Operator - Highway Design
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Job Description
About the Firm:
Our mission: Transforming infrastructure for the next generation with passion and kindness.
We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
We have an opening for a CAD Operator for Highway Design working out of our Rochester or Syracuse office
What you'll be able to do:
- Work closely with Design Staff to prepare engineering contract drawings (CADD drawings)
- Draft and develop engineering contract documents as directed from engineering mark‐ups, sketches, detailed drawings, and verbal direction
- Revise/update existing engineering contract drawings as required
- Use CAD software to determine/calculate project construction item quantities
- Understand and apply client CAD standards and requirements
- Manage CAD computer files and understand CAD file interrelationships
- Assist Design Staff in the use of CAD software, including trouble shooting of CAD issues
The minimum requirements we seek:
- High School Diploma or Drafting/Design/Engineering Technical School Certificate
- 3+ years MicroStation experience (New York State Department of Transportation and/or New York State Thruway Authority experience REQUIRED)
- AutoCAD experience a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel) Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills
What you'll receive in return:
- Salary Range: $21.65-$28.85/hour*
- Medical, dental, vision.
- 401K with company match.
- PTO plus paid holidays.
- Unlimited opportunities to advance your career!
Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.