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Structural CAD Technician… at ADTEK Engineers · Frederick
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Job Description
Summary: ADTEK Engineers, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm providing comprehensive civil engineering, structural base building design, and specialty engineering services. We are seeking a Structural CAD Technician to join our cold-formed / light gauge steel department in Frederick, MD, offering an opportunity to develop technical skills while contributing to various structural design projects.
Responsibilities:
- Revise structural drawings based on engineer markups and redline comments
- Set up project drawings and organize plan, detail, and section sheets
- Coordinate plan references, detail callouts, and section numbering throughout drawing sets
- Apply company drafting standards and utilize standard structural details for project documents
- Assist with the production of complete contract documents for simple and moderately complex projects
- Select and incorporate appropriate standard details for project requirements
- Determine locations for sections and apply standard section details where appropriate
- Create non-standard details and sections with guidance from engineers
- Organize drawing content to ensure clarity, consistency, and constructability
- Review completed work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company standards
- Incorporate review comments and lessons learned into future project work
- Deliver assigned projects within established deadlines
- Communicate workload concerns and scheduling needs with project leadership
- Collaborate with engineers and other team members to support successful project completion
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of CAD drafting experience in building design, structural engineering, architecture, or a related field
- General understanding of construction drawings and project documentation
- Experience with structural drafting and cold-formed steel projects
- High school diploma required
- Proficiency with AutoCAD required
- Ability to interpret and prepare construction drawings
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree or technical training in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field
Required Skills: AutoCAD, CAD drafting, Construction drawings, Structural drafting, Cold-formed steel projects
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to support your overall well being., Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability insurance, life and AD&D coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and retirement counseling., Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave., Continuing education opportunities, support for professional licensure, and memberships in industry societies., Access to an Employee Assistance Program to help you and your family navigate personal or professional challenges.