CAD Technician - 2745 at Wade Trim

Bay City, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Civil Engineering, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma with 2-5 years of CAD experience -or- relevant degree from a technical college (e.g., Computer-Aided-Drafting associates degree)
  • Self-motivated
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills (ability to speak and write professionally)
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Create quality civil engineering drawings for varied client base
  • Understand detailed sketches and verbal or written direction from Engineers to produce computer-generated to-scale engineering drawings, cross-sections, details, figures, graphs, charts, overlays, and simple isometric drawings
  • Edit word-processing documents and spreadsheets used in drawings
  • Learn and follow proper procedures for file saving, retrieving, and transferring
  • Perform self-reviews of completed work to find and correct errors before issuing for review by other team members
  • Evaluate and resolve problems by reviewing multiple sources of information and coordinating design criteria with other designers and engineers
  • Maintain a safe working environment

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CADMicroStationOpenRoads DesignerAutoCAD Civil 3DCivil Engineering DrawingsExcelWord

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Wade Trim offer?

The excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program.

Is remote work available for this CAD Technician position?

A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment, and the role is based in either the Grand Rapids or Bay City office.

What skills and experience are required for the CAD Technician role?

Candidates need a high school diploma with 2-5 years of CAD experience or a relevant degree from a technical college, plus self-motivation, ability to work well with others, excellent organizational and communication skills, good analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

What is the company culture like at Wade Trim?

Wade Trim has a supportive culture that emphasizes mentoring, skill-building, frequent staff interaction, accessible leadership, opportunities to shape the firm's future, and work/life balance through flexible scheduling.

What makes a strong candidate for this CAD Technician position?

Strong candidates have 2-5 years of CAD experience or a relevant degree, experience with MicroStation ORD and AutoCad Civil 3D (a plus), and demonstrate self-motivation, teamwork, organizational skills, communication, analytical abilities, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Wade Trim

Civil engineering and infrastructure solutions

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim specializes in providing customized solutions for infrastructure projects, focusing on civil engineering, planning, and surveying. Their approach emphasizes collaboration and effective communication to deliver reliable solutions that maximize the value of clients' infrastructure investments.

500 Griswold St #2500, Detroit, MI 48226, USAHeadquarters
1926Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries
501-1,000Employees

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