Civil CAD / Civil 3D Designer Full Time

Civil CAD / Civil 3D Designer

Washington, DC

Multi state firm that provides Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, MEP, Architectural and Construction Management services is hiring for a Civil Designer. The  position involves the development, design and drafting of 3D CAD files based mechanical and piping drawings for energy, oil, gas and industry projects. The position assists Engineers in development of construction documents. The position requires that time be utilized effectively and work be done productively in support of engineering staff. This position reports to the Drafting Lead, but will receive specific instructions from individual discipline engineers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop preliminary sketches and designs based on early engineering efforts.
• Prepare CAD designs from general instruction and/or preliminary sketches, diagrams, or schematics.
• Prepare Line Lists, Manual Valve Lists, and Drawings Lists and Bills of Materials
• Recommend modifications and changes for design improvement and simplification.
• Produce technical drawings and piping isometrics.
• Prepare working drawings from conceptual layout to detailed finished product.
• Coordinate CAD projects with other discipline personnel.
• Prepare and assemble project deliverables.
• Assist in the development, standardization and unification of document control standards.
• Must be able to travel to field project locations with designers or engineers to make field sketches, take dimensions, etc.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s Degree or completion of related technical trade school courses, or equivalent experience.
• Experience developing energy, oil, gas, or petrochemical industry drawings.
• Prior piping drawing experience a plus.

SKILLS

• Experience with AutoCAD & AutoCAD Civil 3D required
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems and work creatively in a team environment to resolve them, considering the impact on the rest of the company.
• Ability to respond in a flexible manner and to reprioritize work as the situation demands.
• Must posses excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good organizational skills and time management skills are necessary.
• Ability to create technical drawings under the direction of Engineers in the Facilities Engineering Department.
• Must be able to develop details for piping and mechanical drawings and be familiar with common industry practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Great firm to work for! Benefits are among the best in the industry. Full medical, dental, vision, 401k, savings plan, PTO and best of all, this is a progressive, technologically driven and fast moving firm. New thoughts and ideas for company business success is encouraged.