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VHB · 9 hours ago

CAD Designer

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$70K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

VHB is an innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers seeking a CAD Designer to join their Site Civil/Land Development team. The role involves preparing engineering and construction drawings, establishing design criteria, and mentoring junior staff while supporting land development projects.

Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Establishes design criteria for an assigned phase of a project requiring the application of basic engineering principles, material properties, and a familiarity with construction, installation, and maintenance procedures

Using CAD techniques, prepares engineering and construction drawings for projects where only minimal information and very rough sketches are provided

Selects design procedures and prepares preliminary designs for engineers' approval

Performs design tasks that require the application of fundamental engineering concepts and formulas. Assignments may include developing minor design elements that have not been clearly defined in the layouts or sketches

Mentors and provides guidance to junior staff, helping them understand CAD techniques, design principles, and project requirements

Promotes model-based design concepts that are in-line with VHB initiatives, while learning, fully understanding, and applying VHB standards and, when required, client-prescribed CAD standards

Reviews vendor prints for conformance with contract specifications

Coordinates drafting efforts for projects

Performs routine checking and/or verification tasks

May interface with other departments, clients, and engineers on design projects

Supports project engineers with related design tasks (e.g., writing procedures and specifications, compiling and computing engineering data, estimating)

Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals

Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures

Qualification

AutoCADCivil 3DCADD design experienceMicrosoft OfficeMultitaskingAnalytical skillsMath skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailCritical thinkingTeamwork

Required

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in CADD Civil 3D design for private and municipal projects

High school diploma or GED

Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

Excellent analytical and math skills

AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other CAD platform experience required

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Ability to think critically

Ability to multitask

Excels at working in a team environment

Preferred

Basic construction practices for civil construction, and ability to generate drawings for engineers, and make suggestions for further development is highly desired

Experience using model-based design tools and concepts

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

Company

VHB

Glassdoor4.0

VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.

Founded in 1979

Watertown, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.vhb.com/

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