CADD Designer
About the role
Garver is seeking a CADD Designer for their Ridgeland, Mississippi office to assist in planning, design, and construction documents development on a variety of general civil and multi-discipline engineering projects for primarily State and Local Government Transportation clientele. Additional assignments may involve processing field data, organizing drawing and file structure, conceptual/preliminary alignment layouts, quantity computations, cost estimates, developing detailed roadway plans and details, multi-discipline coordination, and as-built drawings.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, design, and construction documents development on a variety of general civil and multi-discipline engineering projects for State and Local Government Transportation clients.
- Process field data, organize drawing and file structure.
- Develop conceptual/preliminary alignment layouts, quantity computations, cost estimates, detailed roadway plans and details.
- Participate in multi-discipline coordination and produce as-built drawings.
- Set standards, develop tools, and ensure quality program compliance.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- An associate degree or higher in drafting, design, or surveying, or combination of relevant coursework and drafting experience.
- Understanding and application of drafting methods, standards, and procedures.
- Working knowledge of drafting/design software, Bluebeam or other PDF editor, and MS Office Products.
- Strong mentoring skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.
- Familiarity with Mississippi Department of Transportation CAD standards.
- Two (2) plus years of related drafting experience in site, roadway, stormwater, and general civil-type projects.
- Prior experience with DOT and Local Government projects.
- Understanding of topographic and boundary surveying means and methods.
- Excellent communication skills.
Grow With Us
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities, fostering a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program, Garver supports work-life balance.
Company Information
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, achieving Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.