CAD Technician

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As an industry leader in USACE Engineering and Design support, Tetra Tech has placed contract capacity and been selected to lead the design of multiple ongoing top priority USACE projects, including rehabilitation of inland navigation lock and dam systems, design of new navigation locks, and coastal protection projects.  These projects represent a once in a generation investment in our nation’s waterways. Congress provided the USACE with $17B in supplemental funding through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This combined with a trend of record USACE annual funding appropriations and Emergency Supplemental Disaster Recovery Appropriations for USACE in 3 of the past 5 years totaling over $7B have the nation’s waterways set up for a ten-year program of design and construction.

The CAD Technician will be primarily responsible for producing CAD drawings involving structural, mechanical (heavy moveable structures), electrical, and civil/site elements for locks, dams, levees, guide walls, bridges, and other infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years in structural drafting including experience utilizing Bentley’s OpenBuilding Designer (formerly known as AECOsim Building Designer) Connect edition. This is an opportunity for a candidate who cares about their work and has a desire to grow in their career with more responsibility. While preference will be given to candidates who can be present in our Bellevue office on a hybrid schedule, this role is available for remote work within the United States.

Job Responsibilities:

·       Proactively engage with design engineers to ensure timely project completion within allocated budgets. May include occasional overtime work.

·       Effectively produce CAD drawings using Bentley Connect Series and AutoDesk Software.

·       Analyse complex sketches, notes and other input to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete drawings with minimal supervision.

·       Communicate effectively with Engineers and other CAD Team members.

·       Utilize CAD best practices and QA/QC procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency of their work.

·       Other duties as assigned.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

·       Associates Degree or higher in Drafting/Design is preferred.

·       2-5 or more years of relevant experience and working knowledge of structural/ electrical/ mechanical engineering principles, practices, and methods.

·       2+ years of experience with Bentley products (MicroStation) is required. Bentley OpenBuildings Designer support is the primary tool used.

·       2+ years of experience with Autodesk products (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.) also preferred.

·       Experience using U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CAD Standards is a plus.

·       Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, committed to project schedules and deadlines, able to work within a team environment and independently, and self-motivated.

·       Will need to have a solid work ethic with attention to detail, a care for the handling of projects, and a desire to improve and grow their knowledge.

What We Can Offer You:

·       Work on projects that are local, national, or sometimes international. Can include structures that are recognizable to the public, improve lives, and benefit the public good.

·       Huge opportunity for growth in multiple disciplines and software.

·       Work in a small, entrepreneurial-minded office that’s backed by the resources of a large, international company.

·       When appropriate, the opportunity to think outside the box to develop innovative solutions to client problems, and the support to implement your ideas.

·       A passionate team of co-workers who work hard and respect the importance of work-life balance.

·       Work in office, with a potential for a home-office hybrid schedule.

·       Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion-focused company.

·       Strong commitment to Health and Safety.

The hourly wage range for this position is approximately $23 to $34 depending on education, qualifications, experience and work location.

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include health insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, paid time off benefits, 401k, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.