CADD Designer for Civil Engineering - Dallas

IEA, Inc. is seeking a CADD Designer to join our team and work closely with engineers to perform design work in Dallas, TX.

Job Summary:

The CADD Designer prepares and designs detailed construction drawings as well as related maps/exhibits used in planning and construction of civil engineering projects. This individual works with a team of Professional Engineers and Engineers-In-Training to develop roadway, drainage, and/or civil drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and/or detailed drawings.

Job Responsibilities:

Use CADD software for the preparation of roadway plans, including cutting sheets and preparing roadway details

• Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings based on detailed sketches and redline/markups provided by designers and engineers
• Work on multiple assignments simultaneously
• Prepare preliminary and final CADD construction drawings for highway, roadway, transit, environmental, structural, and utility improvement projects
• Prepare preliminary and final right-of-way, planning, or other technical drawings
• May lead project CADD support efforts under the direction of the engineer in charge
• Perform basic geometry and quantity calculations
• Review of others’ work and quality checks
• Support/advance CADD models for civil (roadways, drainage, grading, etc.) and buildings
• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, cost estimates and other contract documentation informed by CADD models and details
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation
• Complete training on assigned tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education:

• 2-year associate degree in computer-Aided Design and Drafting or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience with CADD software such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Experience working with Bentley/MicroStation InRoads is a plus
• Experience working on the preparation of plans on transportation projects is a plus
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Team player; capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in or graduated from an accredited college/Technical School for CADD, or related program
• Experience with Bentley OpenRoads/Open Bridge Modeler/CONNECT
• Demonstrated interest in CADD software development, BIM, or related field with a strong desire to advance skills related to IEA’s work, industry improvements, and project needs
• Experience in engineering discipline

Skills:

• Aptitude for problem-solving, including ability to gather, organize and interpret data
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) experience
• Ability to work independently with direction from supervisor and engineers
• Ability to work collaboratively on a team
• Professional demeanor and effective interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times