Structural Drafter (3-5+ years)

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and subconsultant on projects large and small. The markets we serve include commercial, institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, energy services, and more. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

Our broad range of markets, clients, and services, coupled with industry-leading talent, provides unique and exciting opportunities to grow as professionals, serve clients, and make a difference in our communities. To meet client objectives, we work in teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, industrial, energy, acoustics, and a variety of other specialty services. Our collaborative approach fosters innovation, technical excellence, and value-based solutions for our clients. It also makes Coffman a great place to work.

Job Description

Our mission is simple: To empower our team to deliver innovative engineering solutions focused on our clients' success. As a Structural Drafter at Coffman Engineers, you'll be part of a collaborative, creative, and high-performing team that believes in making a difference for our clients and our communities. You'll experience a culture where your growth and contributions truly matter.

Coffman Engineers is seeking a Structural CAD Drafter/Designer for our Portland office. The successful candidate will assist in creating drawings and project documents from information provided by engineers using various computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) platforms such as AutoCAD, Revit, etc. They will be responsible for independently completing design and drafting assignments, ensuring a high level of quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years' experience in drafting and design (experience in structural buildings and framing preferred).
• Technical or associate degree in engineering or related sciences preferred.
• Posses advanced CAD, layout, and BIM skills.
• Experienced with the latest release of AutoCAD and REVIT design tools.
• Possess computer skills necessary for daily activities including email, word processing, spreadsheets, BlueBeam, and graphics.
• Able to work with numerous project teams to help with project completion.
• Works from detailed sketches to produce computer-generated graphs, charts, overlays, and simple isometric drawings.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Additional Information

Why You Want to Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different - our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture is not the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun office environment. Coffman's Portland office is located in the heart of downtown at Sixth & Main with bike parking, workout facilities, locker rooms with private showers, a tenant lounge and outdoor patio, and beautiful views of downtown from the 16th floor of our modern office space that has a kitchen, conference room and wellness room. Enjoy the vibrant food scene, coffee roasters, and breweries with easy access to public transportation and the waterfront. Join us!

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Coffman at a Glance

• 47 years in business
• 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning, and project/construction management
• #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022
• #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
• #157 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023, 2024
• Voted #2 Best Place to Work!

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Thisposition is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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