CAD Technician

CAD TechnicianLewisville, Texas, United StatesMcAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.Position Overview The CAD Technician provides support to the Site/Civil Department as well as collaborates with other market sectors and service lines within the firm to produce high-quality technical drawings, plan sets, and other associated materials. They provide support to the design team, assist in preparation of conceptual design, advance plans, and construction documents.Key ResponsibilitiesEfficiently process incoming survey data and external.dwg files, ensuring they align with McAdams' established layer standards and maintaining uniformity across projectsSet up and manage drawing sheets with precision to ensure they adhere to project specifications and company standards, enabling seamless project workflow and efficient updatesSupport the development of lot and site layout plans by applying a foundational understanding of local and state buffer requirements, zoning regulations, and ordinance standards, ensuring that all preliminary designs comply with regulatory guidelinesCollaborate with project teams to assist in performing preliminary planning layouts and test fits under direction, contributing to the early-stage design process that informs feasibility studies and project proposalsAssist in creating detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D. This includes tasks from processing base files and initial setup through to preparing final construction documents, following redlines and guidance from senior staff to maintain accuracy and completenessSupport engineering teams by conducting accurate quantity take-offs for materials and resources, contributing to the preparation of project estimates and planningPrepare and update drawings to consistently reflect McAdams' design and CAD standards, ensuring high quality deliverables that maintain brand and project integrityWork closely with project engineers, planners, and other internal stakeholders to support the drafting needs of projects, demonstrating a collaborative approach and a commitment to shared goalsAdapt to project changes efficiently by revising and updating drawings as directed, maintaining project schedules and deadlinesAssist in managing project file organization to ensure that CAD data is accessible, well-structured, and stored in a manner that supports team collaboration and future retrievalOther duties as assignedSkills + ExperienceDiploma, associate degree, or certification in CAD technology, drafting, civil engineering technology, or a related field preferredMinimum of 1-3 years' experience in a CAD Technician or similar role preferred. Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, including grading and drainage preferredExcellent attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality drawingsStrong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with engineers and other departmentsAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentProblem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing design issuesWork Environment + Physical DemandsWork will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.