CAD Technician - Structural Focus - Mid-Level

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Regular Full-Time CAD Oakland, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively searching for a Mid-level CAD Technician to join our Oakland office. As the successful new hire, you will draft and revise detail drawings using AutoCAD for use in planning, permitting, reports, and various construction documents. Projects range from structural infrastructure in the areas of ports and harbors, coastal, environmental, water resources, urban waterfronts and marinas to transportation bridges, rail and buildings.

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.

-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources;

urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties.

• Interpret sketches, mark-ups and written/verbal instructions and create workable drawings that adhere to CAD standards and other project requirements
• Draft detail drawings of structures and installations such as cargo terminals, marinas, wharfs, bulkhead walls and coastal structures (beaches, revetments, breakwaters and jetties)
• Develop detail drawings for grading, site development, utilities layouts, structural details, dredging layouts, and earthworks
• Compute excavation and fill volumes for dredging and earthmoving projects
• Assist the project team with preparation of engineering drawing packages
• Oversee work of junior CAD technicians
• Provide advanced technical drawing support and streamline CAD processes

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Technical or associate’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline; required
  • Bachelor’s degree; preferred
• Minimum 6 years of drafting experience in a relevant discipline; required
• Knowledge of civil site development, structural detailing, engineering principles, and CAD standards; preferred
• AutoCAD experience; required
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D; preferred
• Knowledge of material properties
• Understanding and application of CAD standards and drafting practices
• Good numeracy, geometry and computer skills
• Understands construction methods and materials properties
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to review work performed by junior CAD Technicians and provide constructive feedback/markups
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Ability to use standard office equipment. Sits at workstation for prolonged periods

On occasion, travel may be…