CAD Technician, SUE

Cobb Fendley & Assoc
San Marcos, TX, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities.

Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication.

We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n) :

Effective 2024, CobbFendley is proud to announce that FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases.

CobbFendley pays for the entire cost of this benefit.

  • Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions;
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance;

Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs

  • Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
  • Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
  • Community service opportunities through the CobbFendley Cares Committee, focusing on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking a CAD Technician in our Austin or San Marcos, Texas office.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate’s most important qualifications include the following.

  • Experience and / or License in Computer Aided Drafting is required.
  • Knowledge and experience with Microstation v8i, InRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D and other applicable software is preferred.
  • Computer drafting skills should include using line styles, cell properties, project reference files, global and local coordinates extracting profile data using TIN or DTM files and using creative scaling techniques.
  • Knowledge of TXDOT projects and CAD support of subsurface utility engineering or utility design projects is preferred.
  • Motivation to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
  • Self-motivated with a desire to collaborate with professionals and clients to increase your industry knowledge and grow in your career.
  • Detail oriented and a commitment to perform responsibilities consistent with industry standards to achieve department and company goals.
  • Interest in developing relationships with clients, partners, and local organizations to remain a trusted resource in the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provide CAD support for Subsurface Utility Engineering projects, as workload dictates.
  • An understanding of civil engineering and utility symbols and terminology with respect to preparation of plan & profile drawings for utility systems located within public rights-of-way.
  • A functional knowledge of MicroStation, InRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D and other applicable software to the field is required.
  • Interpret both utility records and civil engineering plans and profiles; preparing base drawings from survey data and notes;

and be willing to learn new ways to input 2D and 3D utility data into exhibits. Create plans and profile drawings for utility facilities such as electric, gas, telecommunications systems, sewer, or water.

Perform data entry, update, and maintenance functions for a Geographic Information System (GIS) database is desirable.

  • Work with Project Manager in the design and preparation of detailed civil engineering construction drawings.
  • Meet project completion dates and budgets set by Project Manager and Client.
  • Work with rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from Client or Project Manager for use in the development of final construction drawings.
  • Must be able to understand and work directly with survey notes and utility record drawings.
  • Must be able to plot plan & profile drawings to include cross-sections, spot elevations, buildings, walls, fences, roadways, rights-of-way, underground utilities, tunnels, overhead power lines, and other structures noted in the survey notes or on the utility record drawings.
  • May include collecting field or other utility record data required for completion of construction drawings when necessary.
  • Calculate or determine project utility dimensioning, profile grades, route elevations, underground utility line elevations, underground utility line sizes, and quantities of materials.
  • Prioritize and effectively plan work and exercise QAQC.
  • File records and key documents for easy access by others.
  • Work willingly with clients, other staff, supervisors, and principals.
  • Perform independent research and delegate changing priorities.
  • Work with minimal supervision and deliver accurate work product that is error free.
  • Work with other departments at CobbFendley for cross training and learning other disciplines.
  • Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.

Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity

If and when the duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity.

PHYSICAL + COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

  • Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
  • Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
  • Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
  • Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
  • Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
  • Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
  • Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

  • Work Environment. Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.
  • Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones.

Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.

Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures), noise, and exposure to allergens (e.

g., pollen, dust, cedar, sumac, poison ivy).

  • Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with handling electric power tools, cutting tools, plotting equipment, rotary paper cutter, and other equipment.
  • Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.
  • Noise and Allergens. Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar.
  • Wildlife Hazards. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 30 PM CST / local time zone.

This position may include the need for overtime hours.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At CobbFendley, we are an equal opportunity employer, interested in qualified candidates with the requisite employment authorization eligibly to work in the United States.

All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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MISCELLANEOUS

  • Pre-Employment Screenings. All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing any applicable pre-employment screenings including but not limited to : electronic consent for the pre-employment screenings, eleven-panel drug screening, ten-year federal, state, and county background verifications, three-year minimum motor vehicle record (MVR), unless a client requires additional (copy of a valid driver’s license is required), functional capacity exam (FCE), also known as a physical exam (if applicable).
  • Work Authorization + Sponsorship. Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9.

CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision to apply with these conditions in mind.

External Recruiting Agencies. CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities.

Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel.

Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.

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