Entry Level Cad Drafting Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? 

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a CAD Drafting Technician (AutoCAD) to support project needs in our Lakewood, Colorado office. The position will perform computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) for a variety of water and wastewater engineering design projects including developing civil, mechanical, and electrical layouts, piping and equipment plans, and details for water and wastewater engineering projects. The position will be part of our detailed design team and work closely with designers and engineers on the team to produce design packages and contribute to projects from the conceptual design stage through construction.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

• Draft, edit, & finalize technical drawings.
• Operate a CAD computer using appropriate hardware and software to develop final drawings.
• Transfer information from an engineering drawing to a final CAD drawing using appropriate symbols and drafting standards.
• Analyze sketches, notes, and other input material to determine the best approach to complete drawings.
• Copy detailed plans and drawings and perform non-routine complex drafting assignments.
• Operate plotter, printer, scanner, and other input/output devices.
• Proofread CAD drawings for accuracy, format, and grammar.
• Participate in CAD Action Group, by supporting, networking, and collaborating to improve CAD standards and efficiencies across the company.
• Work collaboratively with other Geosyntec CADD practitioners to prepare design drawings and details and review completed work products to ensure quality.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

• Associate's Degree in Drafting; or graduation from an accredited high school and a minimum of one (1) year experience performing CAD drafting work in a professional setting, or equivalent education, experience and training that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. (required)
• Knowledge of engineering basics, including sheet organization, topographical data, scales, and coordinate systems. (preferred)
• Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files. (preferred)
• Experience with mechanical design. (preferred)
• Experience using the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD. Knowledge of AutoCAD includes but is not limited to Annotation Styles, Multileaders, MTEXT, Dimensions, Sheet Sets, Paper Space / Model Space, XREFs, Layers, Dynamic Blocks, and Tool Palettes. (required)
• Working knowledge of the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D. (required)
• Basic understanding of the latest releases of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, Adobe PDF, and Windows File Explorer. (required)
• Strong reasoning, mathematical, and geometrical skills. Ability to perform basic math skills, including applying concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. (required)
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret red line drawings from Engineers, CAD Managers, or others on the project team. Strong communication skills to include the ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and the ability to interact effectively to maintain a team environment. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum: $25.94/hour / Maximum: $36.32/hour (Lakewood, CO)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees, including 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, a minimum of 9 sick days, and a minimum of 11 vacation days per year, in line with state or federal requirements. Employees (and their families) are offered medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), a variety of leaves of absences and other benefits to eligible employees.

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