• Senior CAD Designer

    Schnabel Engineering (Chadds Ford, PA)


    Description

    Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 650+ employees in 30 offices throughout the United States.

     

    Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

    Benefit options include:

    + Medical insurance

    + Dental insurance

    + Flexible spending accounts

    + Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)

    + Short-term disability (100% company-paid)

    + Long-term disability

    + Supplemental life insurance

    + 401(k) and profit-sharing plan

    + Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

    + Bonus program

    + Paid time off

    + 9 Paid Holidays

    + Wellness program

    + Professional development and tuition reimbursement

    Job Description:

    Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior CAD Designer, with a background in tunnel and/or civil/structural design, to support our growing Tunnel Business Unit. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong multi-disciplinary team.

     

    Candidate will be assigned to Schnabel’s Chadd Ford, PA office. **Remote work from home is permitted for this position dependent on project needs.**

    Job Responsibilities:

    + Manage CAD drafting standards and procedures for Schnabel’s Tunnel Business Unit.

    + Develop and utilize BIM models for tunnel and underground applications.

    + Prepare 2D CAD drawings (plans, profiles, sections, and details) for contract documents based on input and guidance from engineers and other design staff and in accordance with internal drafting standards.

    + Prepare Civil3D drawings for tunnel projects including grading plans, tunnel alignment, profiles, and sections.

    + Maintain drawing files, CAD standards, and other digital files in accordance with internal procedures.

    + Prepare 3D models for displaying complex features or structures.

    + Prepare graphics for engineering reports, professional papers, and presentations.

    + Participate in professional trainings to develop and implement new skills related to the various disciplines of work.

    + Perform training of other technical staff on drafting standards and procedures.

    + Use architectural and engineering scales.

    + Create new drawings from historical as-built drawings and records.

    + Read and interpret drawings and mark-ups.

    + Self-check work for completeness and accuracy.

    + Ability to perform field work and a willingness to travel. Field work might include:

    + Meetings with contractors, engineers, and project managers.

    Required Skills/Experience:

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent practical experience.

    + 10+ years of experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D in a civil design capacity.

    + Proficiency with the latest version of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D, including experience in developing drawing sets and figures from base data (i.e. survey, GIS, point cloud, engineering sketches, etc.), and based on engineering input and guidance.

    + Proficiency with the latest version of Revit.

    + Experience developing Renderings in Infraworks is a plus. Experience in Microstation is a plus.

    + Critical thinking and the ability to begin and progress designs.

    + Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.

    + Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

    + Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and flexible to changes in work assignments as changes occur in project needs.

    + Time management and organizational skills.

    Other Requirements:

    + Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check.

    + Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

    + Candidates must have a valid driver’s license.

    + U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status is required. No visa sponsorship will be provided.

    + Selected applicant will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

     

    The compensation range for this position is between $45 and $53 per hour. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

     

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