Senior CAD Designer / Associate Manager

SENIOR CAD DESIGNER/ASSOCIATE MANAGER

West Yost is a water resource management and engineering firm dedicated to water solutions. This role is located in the Lake Oswego, Oregon office, with hybrid work (three days in office, two days remote). Compensation Salary range: $80,205 - $110,520 (Lake Oswego office). Geographic salary differentials apply for other regions. Status Full‑time, Exempt Locations Lake Oswego, Oregon San Diego, California Sacramento, California Reno, Nevada Concord, California Irvine, California Role Overview The CAD Designer II/Associate Manager is a key member of the engineering team, responsible for drafting and design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public-sector clients. The role collaborates with civil engineers, project managers, and the CAD Manager to deliver high‑quality construction documents and to balance CAD workload. The position may require travel to other offices and client sites. Essential Duties and Accountabilities Develop 2‑D and 3‑D designs, drawings, plans, exhibits, and maps using Civil 3D. Complete construction drawings for water and wastewater projects involving underground and above‑ground utilities, including pipelines, pumping and booster stations, treatment plants, civil and mechanical equipment, and related structural, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. Update, revise, and scale designs as necessary according to client feedback. Coordinate with internal teams to obtain design approvals and execution. Assist the CAD Manager in tracking tasks, balancing workload, and driving completion of CAD projects. Contribute to management of the CAD team, including onboarding and development of entry‑level staff. Qualifications Associate degree or certification in CAD drafting or design. 10+ years of experience in CAD design within the A/E/C industry. Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu, Civil 3D, and other 3‑D modeling software. Familiarity with Revit, BIM concepts, and MicroStation is a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience assisting a team in workload balancing and in managing entry‑level CAD staff. Effective communication skills with all project team members. Travel Requirements May require travel to other offices and/or client sites. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Flexible and Health Savings Accounts. Paid vacation and sick leave, plus holidays. Employee assistance programs and travel assistance. 401(k) plan with profit sharing and employer match. Additional paid time off, parental leave, life and AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage. Pet insurance and wellness reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement, professional membership dues, and training stipend. Leadership Academy, peer recognition programs, and employee stock ownership opportunities. Performance‑based and annual bonuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr West Yost