Structural CAD Technician

Overview

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

We believe transportation is more than movement—it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life.

In the role of Structural CAD Technician, we’ll count on you to:

• Demonstrate the ability to understand and maintain CAD/Micro Station standards based on client and project requirements.
• Take initiative on tasks.
• Work with engineers and other CAD staff in collaboration for successful project development and deliverables.
• Use strong organizational skills, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Apply practical knowledge of CADD/Micro Station software and design standards toward the preparation of civil and structural engineering drawings.
• Coordinate and communicate with engineers and other designers to understand objectives and preferred methods.
• Recognize discrepancies with strong attention to detail.

• Prepare engineering drawings of plans, elevations, cross sections and details of bridge structures from rough sketches and/or general engineering design information according to established standards and procedures.
• Work under minimal supervision and organize and perform tasks necessary to complete assigned projects successfully.
• Use Micro Station and Project Wise following internal or client‑driven CAD standards.
• Verify current client standard drawings are being used and current detailing and plan preparation manuals are utilized.
• Prepare bridge layout and bridge details with minimal supervision or as directed by the project engineers and designers.
• Detail plan sheets for retaining walls, sound walls, culverts, bridges, and other facilities for highway transportation projects.
• Set up project border files, reference (base) files, etc.
• Adhere to client‑specific quality control process (CAD Standards).
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with other CAD Technicians and Engineers.
• Actively promote and contribute to the successful completion of projects from initial concept through the planning process to implementation.
• Compile data and perform dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.
• Complete redlines for modification of existing plans and notes or preparation of new details or design elements with minimal direction from engineers, designers, senior CAD technicians, or CAD Manager.

• Practical knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Micro Station design software.
• Civil drafting background with underground utility experience, or structural detailing experience.
• 1–5 years of prior structural/civil engineering projects CAD‑related experience.
• Experience working with Project Wise platform.
• Local candidates are preferred.

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Competency in Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential.
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee‑owners, we all…