Experienced Civil CAD Technician

Job Description

Natural Resource Technology, Inc. (NRT) is seeking a qualified Civil CAD Technician to join our Mapping Team. This is a great opportunity to work on complex environmental remediation projects independently and collaborate with our talented teams of Engineers and Scientists. As a CAD Technician, you will prepare detailed drawings sets for permitting, bidding, construction, and documentation. The ideal candidate will work efficiently with three-dimensional surface modeling, quantity take-offs, and site grading. Moreover, the position will be required to manage and communicate project deadlines by working with Project Managers and Administrative staff to complete the work on time and on budget.

NRT is an environmental consulting firm serving both private and public sector clients. NRT’s staff includes nationally recognized experts in environmental fields such as: contaminated sediment management, site remediation technologies, and coal combustion product management. Our continuing success is founded on the relationships we build with our clients and on our ability to attract and retain highly talented engineering, scientific, and business professionals with a shared vision: smarter solutions, exceptional service, value.

Essential Position Functions:

• Work closely with Project Engineers, and Project Managers to obtain project information and ensure project plan sets and documents are accurate and complete
• Compile 3D surfaces representing various engineering features such as graded terrain, utilities, material stockpiles, open pits, channels, ponds, and other surface features.
• Develop advanced drafting and design solutions by preparing maps or engineering drawings through computer aided drafting
• Support cost/quantity estimates and design calculations as requested. May assist in report writing
• Responsible for product quality control and adherence to company CAD standards and procedures
• Utilize problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and present alternative solutions
• Ability to proactively manage schedules and apprise team members on work schedule and status
• Provide technical guidance to project design team for completing complex environmental and remedial designs and layouts

Skills/Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Comprehensive knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D 2012 or later versions is required
• Technical training, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a related area
• 5+ years of recent AutoCAD© Civil 3D® experience
• MS Office knowledge (Excel required , Access a plus); familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Civil/Environmental engineering experience desired (e.g., grading, utilities, landfills, construction documentation, bid packages)
• Ability to communicate professionally and work with staff in multiple offices to develop and maintain drafting standards