CAD Technician

Thompson Engineering is looking for a qualified CAD Technician in Mobile, AL to support our Survey team. CAD Technicians are responsible for the preparation of survey and engineering drawings utilizing the current version of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation in use by Thompson Engineering. The CAD Technician must represent the Company with quality and timely deliverables in concert with knowledge and understanding of the project objectives.

The CAD Technician works with supervision but under the direction, control and supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer to perform the below essential functions, tasks, and duties in preparation of designs and contract documents. The CAD Technician works directly with supervisory personnel in interpreting sketches, working from mark-ups, written instructions, and verbal directions in order to prepare technical illustrations and engineering drawings. All work is to be in accordance with the Thompson Engineering CAD Standards. The CAD Technician will keep accurate records of time charges to projects through regular daily updates of the electronic time sheet system. May often be required to operate the Company drawing reproduction equipment.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Preparation of utility CAD engineering drawings.
• Operation of drawing reproduction equipment.
• Operation of copy equipment.
• May be required of collate the project drawings of various disciplines into a biddable set.
• May be required to help in gathering field data, photographs, and dimensions required to perform work.
• May perform record research involving legal records pertaining to land titles, data acquisition from Client files, etc.
• May perform file and directory maintenance.
• Keep accurate records of time charges to projects.
• Perform related work as required.

Knowledge and Skills

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of standard terminology, techniques and practices of drafting.
• Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, trigonometry, and plane geometry.
• Knowledge of drafting and design nomenclature and symbols.
• Knowledge of computer assisted drafting and design.

SKILLS:

• Ability to prepare moderate to complex engineering drawings neatly and accurately.
• Ability to make moderately complex mathematical computations accurately.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and sketches.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the design team.
• Ability to keep accurate records relating to work preformed on project assigned.
• Working knowledge of the operation of Microsoft Office software.

About us:

Thompson Engineering was formed in 1953 to provide quality assurance for construction projects related to industrial, infrastructure, and community development. As a drilling, materials testing, and construction inspection and chemistry laboratory firm, we supported the engineering and construction industry. Our early years were building blocks that allowed us to get our feet wet-literally- performing services along the Gulf Coast's rivers, bayous, and streams.

Today, Thompson Engineering is known for leadership on projects defining skylines, coastlines, and transportation lines. We support clients in the industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets. We are often the first company on project sites conducting environmental assessments, land surveys, and geotechnical studies. And our project management and construction management services often mean we are the last ones to leave. We are a proven leader in the planning, design, and construction of major transportation, economic development, and waterfront projects across the Southeast.

Thompson Engineering and Watermark Design Group are equal opportunity employers. M/F/D/V. Pre-employment drug screen and motor vehicle record checks are required.