Senior Cad Operator

About the role

Serves as the drafting lead, discipline designer and/or drafting approver on multiple projects. The position is responsible for providing illustrated computerized drafting according to project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare engineering designs and drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, specification sheets and other data, using computer-aided design (CAD), according to client specifications.
• Submit documentation packages and produce drawing sets and standard operating procedures.
• Check and verify design drawings to conform to specifications and design data
• Trains subordinate CAD Operators and helps establish drafting standards for the company.
• Purchases or recommends purchase of all needed hardware and supplies.
• Acts as initial contact with clients or other departments, ensures the CAD systems are kept up to date with current hardware/software and ensures equipment is properly maintained.
• Classify and organize engineering drawings.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5-7 years practical CAD experience.
• An associate of arts or associate of science degree in graphic or drafting technology preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history.