Electrical CAD Technician
12 month+ contract
Vancouver, WA
Job Description:
The Electrical CAD Technician position will require strong interpersonal, communication and time management skills, as well as demonstrate the ability to function in a team environment. Responsibilities include revising existing electrical drawings and preparing drawings of basic components from explicit verbal or written instructions or detailed sketches. The Electrical CAD Technician will successfully plot drawings; learns and follows company and client drafting standards and procedures; learns the practices of a selected discipline. This exciting opportunity will provide for continued professional growth as a part of our established mentorship programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply client standards for drafting activities.
- Work with vector and raster drawing files primarily in Autocad and Microstation.
- Maintain current knowledge of design and drafting procedures.
- Review all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting for engineering review.
- Provide an accurate accounting of time spent on projects.
- All other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma and course work in drafting technology or specialized CAD certification.
- Associate's degree in computer-aided drafting and design desirable.
- Entry-level position (zero to two years of professional drafting experience).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- Previous internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
- Mastered basic commands of Autodesk Autocad or Bentley Microstation (ability to occasionally use higher-level commands, timesaving programs, and routines a plus).
- Highly motivated and possess strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects with clear expectations and timelines, and to prioritize work.
- Ability to take direction from and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
Requirements:
- Min High School Diploma/GED AND course work in drafting technology is Required.
- Specialized CAD certification preferred.
- Min GPA 3.0.
- At least 1 yr relevant experience.
- Must have a AutoCAD experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
- Requires the ability to understand, remember and follow written instructions and guidelines.
- The ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.
- The ability to apply common sense in performing job, the ability to adapt, analyze, assess, calculate, make decisions, dependable, exercise good judgment, organize, prioritize, read, memorize, social skills, stress control and solve problems.
- The ability to count accurately.
ESPO Corporation
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Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.
Company Description
ESPO Engineering, established in 1965, is a premier Technical Recruiting and Staffing firm.
ESPO employees may enjoy a full range of benefits from 401(k), Premium Health Insurance, Dental, Disability, Direct Deposit, PTO time and Holiday Pay. Apply now and see why so many professionals choose ESPO to help advance their careers.
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