Civil CAD Design Technician II

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Design Technician II to join our civil/site team in our Atlanta, GA office. At Colliers, we value our collaborative, people-first culture and invest in the growth and development of our employees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and detail plans by analyzing sketches, notes and other input material to determine the best approach for the completion of drawings.
• Create and setup plan sets.
• Work from sketches to produce computer-generated graphs, charts, overlays and isometric drawings including digital terrain models and surfaces.
• Determine and calculate stormwater drainage areas and steep slope areas.
• Conform to the company’s standard CADD procedures for layering, etc., and standard drawing procedures for sheet layout.
• Prepare conceptual layouts with parameters provided.
• Work with numerous project teams to help in project completion.
• Cover details and dimensions between drawing sheets.
• Prepare fit lists.
• Prepare project exhibits.
• Address assignments of increased difficulty as proficiency is increased.
• Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
• May be required to calculate quantity takeoffs and prepare cost estimates.
• May be required to perform design computations, earthwork calculations and prepare complete construction plans.
• Prepare CAD files for authorized media release to external parties / agencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent; Associates Degree or a Certificate from a technical school, preferably in AutoCAD.
• 2-4 + years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other related software.
• Demonstrate general computer skills, knowledge, and acumen (i.e., familiarity with Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.