CADD Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG)

CADD Specialist Job Description

DESCRIPTION : Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG) is a fast growing, privately held, small business, government contracting company.

SABG is both a woman-owned small business and a service disabled veteran owned small business providing superior technical support services to Government and Commercial Customers.

SABG maintains a high performance culture that emphasizes superior quality, productivity, process improvement, recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.

If you are driven with a can-do attitude and eager to support a fast growing company, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

JOB TITLE : CADD Specialist

REQUISITION # : AL-1251-24-FBI FPSS

CLEARANCE : Top Secret

LOCATION : Huntsville, AL

REPORTS TO : FBI FPSS Program Manager

FLSA STATUS : Regular Full-Time Exempt

SUMMARY : To be considered for this position, candidates must have a current Active Top Secret Clearance. SABG is hiring for a Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) Specialist to support FBI FPSS in Huntsville, AL.

This position description provides a baseline of areas. However, this list does not restrict performance requested on other related assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The general responsibilities of the CADD Specialist are as follows, to include but not limited to :

Serve as Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) System operator providing drafting support for facilities management projects, documenting, and communicating architectural, engineering and planning designs and information.

Utilizing the CAD system, prepare the most detailed architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electronic equipment power schematics and equipment installation drawings.

• Prepare sectional views to clarify positioning of components and to convey information. Also prepare diagrammatic arrangements and working drawings for specialty concerns such as hot and cold-water piping, layout of complex piping systems in confined spaces, numbers, sizes, and locations of plumbing fixtures, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of layout, detail, and drawings for in-house projects and those to be utilized by outside contractors.
• Prepare and revise existing electronic CAD drawings to reflect changes to the facility which effect Architectural and Engineering Drawings.
• Survey existing buildings and collect data from FBI employees to update all existing CAD drawings. Audit existing drawings for unnecessary layers and corrupt paths to references.
• Develop and maintain a policy to update efficiently and effectively As Built drawings during the project close-out phase.
• Develop and maintain an organized system to manage hard copies of drawings. Ensure all hard copies are scanned or exist as a digital format.
• Operate, maintain, and configure FMU CAD system scanners, plotters, and printers in order to obtain the best digital and hard copy output.
• Report any malfunctions of the CAD system hardware or software to appropriate personnel.
• Stay knowledgeable on current and emerging CAD technology and methods to advise management on the best software to use, and to advise when it is best to upgrade.
• Serve as the CAD subject matter expert. When needed conduct in-house, informal training on aspects of new hardware / software or advanced features of existing hardware / software.

Maintain CAFM vendor relationship as regional point of contact. Understanding of internal charge- back processes and cost center hierarchies.

• Recommend training courses to government personnel.
• Assists in application implementations and assists in testing end user processes using defined guidelines.
• Collects data and runs basic reports in response to client inquiries as directed by more senior associates. Perform data audits / data scrubs.
• Able to graphically represent Test-fits, Design Intent Drawings, and Stack-plans and building calculations.
• Creates and maintains master library of CADD drawings.
• Business and data analysis.

SUPERVISION : This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

The CADD Specialist shall have the following qualifications :

Associates Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Drafting, Engineering Technology or related field and 5-7 years’ experience.

Or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field and 2-4 years of experience.

• Advanced experience in 2D CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.).
• Experience in 3D modeling and rendering programs.
• General skills and knowledge in Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology as workload is heavily supported by BIM design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to customers.

Ability to effectively present information.

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.

Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.

• Intermediate experience in MS Office Products (Excel, Access, Power Point, Word, etc.).
• Ability to use query and report generation tools.
• Decisions made with understanding of procedures and organizational policies to achieve set results and deadlines.
• Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Sharp attention to detail with an extraordinary ability to multitask.
• Reliable and diligent worker.

COMPUTER SKILLS :

• Skilled in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MS Office : Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

COMPETENCIES : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions;

works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

Written Communication Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs;

presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information

• Diversity Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically;

and upholds organizational values

Planning / Organizing Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives;

organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans

Professionalism Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;

accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitment

LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and / or procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer.

The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand;

climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing / office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS : SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses.

If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact Beth Rodriguez at (703) 286-5020.

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES : If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible.

If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please call Beth Rodriguez at (703) 286-5020 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION : Once you complete all steps, we are notified of your completed application, and we will review.

For individuals who meet the requirements of the position, we will contact you and arrange next steps in the interview process.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled