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Computer Aided Design Apprentice Jobs in Colorado

CAD Designer

Denver, CO

$27.75 - $38.25/hr

Dewberry has an opportunity for a Water/Wastewater CAD Designer to join our Water/Wastewater Group in our Denver, CO office. This individual will participate with the Civil Design team working with ...

Associate degree (or higher) in computer aided drafting (CAD) or related field from an accredited institution and at least 1 year of relevant experience; OR if no degree, must have at least 3 years ...

CAD Designer

Denver, CO · On-site

$29 - $34/hr

Dewberry has an opportunity for a Water/Wastewater CAD Designer to join our Water/Wastewater Group in our Denver, CO office. This individual will participate with the Civil Design team working with ...

Entry-Level Precast CAD Technician Arvada, CO - Full-Time (In-Office to Start) FDG, Inc. is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Precast CAD Technician to join our team in Arvada, Colorado. This position ...

Survey CAD Technician

Durango, CO · On-site

$38.60 - $44.10/hr

Job Title Survey CAD Technician Location Durango, CO 81301 US Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 US (Primary) Grand Junction, CO 81501 US Gunnison, CO 81230 US Meeker, CO 81641 US Category Survey Job Type ...

Entry-Level Bridge CAD Technician Department: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Location: Denver, CO Compensation: $23.00 - $33.00 / hour Description At Horrocks, we believe the best work ...

Senior Civil CAD Designer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$95K - $128K/yr

Dewberry has a unique opportunity for a Senior Civil CAD Designer to join our Civil/Land Development Group in our Louisville, CO office by supporting the Civil CAD Design Manager and the Civil Design ...

Associates Degree in Engineering Technology/CAD or minimum of 2-years equivalent professional CAD experience with AutoDesk certification. * Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD Civil3D and/or Revit ...

Dewberry has a unique opportunity for a Senior Civil CAD Designer to join our Civil/Land Development Group in our Louisville, CO office by supporting the Civil CAD Design Manager and the Civil Design ...

Associates Degree in Engineering Technology/CAD or minimum of 2-years equivalent professional CAD experience with AutoDesk certification. * Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD Civil3D and/or Revit ...

Survey CAD Tech II

Aurora, CO · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

SURVEY CAD TECHNICIAN II POSITION DESCRIPTION: Engineering Service Company (ESC) is currently seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Survey CAD Technician II with experience in land surveying ...

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Computer Aided Design Apprentice information

What is the difference between Computer Aided Design Apprentice vs CAD Technician?

AspectComputer Aided Design ApprenticeCAD Technician
CredentialsTypically enrolled in or recently completed relevant training or certification programsOften holds a diploma or associate degree in CAD, drafting, or related fields
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised training environment, often in educational or internship settingsProfessional office setting, working on real projects under supervision or independently
Industry UsageUsed as a training role to develop skills for future CAD careersEstablished role in architecture, engineering, and manufacturing firms

The main difference between a Computer Aided Design Apprentice and a CAD Technician is experience and responsibility. Apprentices are in training, gaining foundational skills, while CAD Technicians are experienced professionals working on actual projects. Apprentices often work under supervision, whereas CAD Technicians operate more independently, contributing directly to project deliverables.

What are the most commonly searched types of Computer Aided Design jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Computer Aided Design jobs in Colorado are:
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CAD Technician - Physical Substations

CAD Technician - Physical Substations

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc

Lakewood, CO • On-site, Remote

$25 - $32/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

CAD Technician -
Physical Substations
About the Position
As a CAD Technician in the Physical Substations group, you will be responsible for utilizing computer-aided design systems to support the preparation of physical drawing packages. You will work collaboratively with our engineering teams to deliver quality work in a timely manner and within a defined budget.
Hourly Rate: $25-32/hour
The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Assist in producing physical substation packages including general arrangements, elevations, bill of materials, conduit, grounding, lightning protection, and illumination
  • Coordinate with designers, technicians, and engineers to incorporate design decisions
  • Accuracy and effectiveness in computer-aided drafting
  • Study relevant Codes and Standards to understand applicability to physical substation design
  • Work effectively as part of a team and independently with oversight
Must Have
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
  • A strong command of the English language
  • Possesses effective written and oral communication skills
  • Good interpersonal and people skills
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD 3D modeling software is a plus
  • Knowledge of physical substation design is a plus
Working Conditions
Work Environment:
Work is performed in an office setting.
Travel:
Minimal: 0 - 5%
Physical Activities:
Must be able to lift 25lbs.
About NEI Electric Power Engineering
Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for four straight years (2020 - 2024), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI's mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.
Since NEI's founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members' diverse backgrounds and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart our path into the future.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.