CAD Technician

Junior And Senior Level Cad TechnicianAre we the road to your future?We are currently searching for a Junior level and Senior level CAD Technician to support our Southwest Region located in Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX.The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordination and oversight of geometric design projects.What you’ll be doing:Provide assistance to engineers using OpenRoads Designer to create roadway plan sets and perform minor design work on roadway projectsContribute to project production sheets by adding dimensions and laying out plans, title and detail sheets on production sets of plansPrepare minor mathematical calculations and quantity calculations for roadway/bridge projectsWork with engineers to develop 3D models using both OpenRoads DesignerResearch applicable design codes and guidelines to ensure design complianceResearch design options and documents findingsCoordinates assignments with project team and supervisorPerform quality control reviews of design plans and calculationsPerform other duties as assigned by supervisorBe a team player and assist other groups as neededWhat you need to have:Associate degree from a technical or four-year schoolExperience in OpenRoads Designer3-15 years of prior experience with roadway draftingUnder 3 years experience will be evaluated if applicant has a degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar fieldAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelinesValid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)Bonus points if you have:Strong interpersonal and communication skillsDegree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar fieldExcellent communication skills and ability to work within a team environmentWhy Volkert?Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.Key Benefits:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Medical, Dental, & Vision401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysEmployer-Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disabilityWellness incentivesStudent Debt Retirement MatchAdditional voluntary benefitsThe words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerEOE-Race/Sex/Vets/DisabledVolkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.