CAD Technician (Airport Design)

Job Description

Job Description

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

The associate CAD technician role is an intermediate-level position that performs standard techniques and procedures and applies knowledge of established methods, practices, and programs to prepare airport engineering and design plans. This position works closely with technical staff to find the best approach to solve engineering and design needs.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Assists with standard computer-aided design operations including, but not limited to, advanced plan production, plan sheet creation, and entry-level design principles under moderate direction and supervision.
• Receives instruction on project objectives, advanced features, and possible solutions.
• Obtains assistance on unusual problems and has work reviewed.
• Performs engineering support tasks such as gathering data, updating and maintaining computer files, preparing copies of drawings, and documenting design changes.
• May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Associate degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience using Civil 3D and AutoCAD in a civil/engineering design environment.
• Adept in verbal and written communication.
• Solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Working knowledge in applicable technologies.
• General understanding of how the firm operates as a consulting business and how this role contributes to the success of the organization.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving history.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Represents Olsson in a professional manner at all times.

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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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