What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Design Manager position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB’s growing NC offices in Raleigh or Charlotte have an immediate need for a Senior CAD Designer with strong experience in Microstation to join our Structures team.
Responsibilities
- Mentors and trains CAD Designers and Engineers in the use of Microstation and Open Bridge Modeler
- Develops engineering drawings, conceptual plans, and exhibits for a variety of bridge, culvert, boardwalk and other structure projects ranging in size and complexity
- Plans, researches, and produces contract drawings based on constraints defined by the project engineer, review agencies, and client needs
- Determines CAD usage and application as well as file structuring and setup on projects
- Recognizes and resolves potential construction conflicts and difficulties identified during design
- Aids in the preparation of technical specifications as requested by the project engineer
- Estimates number of sheets and contract drawings as well as production time required for design manager’s review
- Ensures overall consistency, quality, technical accuracy, and design on projects
- Produces 3D visualizations and 3D models
Skills and Attributes
- Effective written, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills produce high-quality deliverables in an efficient manner
- Team oriented with a strong capability to work independently
- Motivated to lead and mentor others on CAD and drawing production procedures
- Has a persistent initiative to continually learn new technical practices and to earn the confidence of clients, company management/colleagues, and regulators
Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Associates Degree preferred
- 5-10 years of experience in CAD design
- Must be proficient in Microstation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience in Autodesk software not required, but a plus
WE ARE VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.
Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience.
- Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Amazing co-workers
- A focus on learning and development
- Flexible, hybrid workplace
It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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