Bridge CAD Technician

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a member of Olsson’s Bridge team, you will contribute to a wide range of transportation and infrastructure projects that support safe, efficient, and sustainable communities. You will collaborate with engineers, designers, and technical staff who are committed to quality, teamwork, and practical problem-solving.

In this role, you will support bridge planning and design efforts through CAD drafting and design, assist with research and technical documentation, and participate in field visits and site observations as needed. Depending on your experience level, assignments may range from routine drafting tasks to more complex design support activities, with opportunities to take on increased responsibility over time. As plan development tools and methods continue to evolve you will not only be creating two-dimensional construction plans but also utilizing MicroStation Open Bridge Designer to develop three-dimensional bridge models. These models will be incorporated into daily workflow to promote efficiency, accuracy, and support future trends of Model as Legal Document (MALD) projects.

You will work closely with engineering and design staff to develop and refine bridge layouts, construction documents, and related deliverables. Under appropriate supervision, you will apply established standards, methods, and software while contributing to solutions that help deliver safe and reliable transportation infrastructure. This position offers opportunities for continued learning, skill development, and professional growth within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.

• Having ownership in the work you do.

• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

• Utilizing new technology to improve workflow process.

You bring to the team:

• Associate degree in a related field or related experience preferred.

• This position is open to candidates at various levels of experience, from entry-level to experienced CAD technicians.

• Experienced candidates should have familiarity with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation Open Bridge Designer; training may be provided based on experience level.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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