Civil Structural CAD Designer - Mid Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. (Use this optional introductory sentence for jobs associated with waterfront work such as: water resources, marine structural, coastal and civil engineers or environmental / wetlands permitting. If job function is not related to waterfront, consider adding a different line that "sells" who M&N is.) We are actively looking for a Civil Structural CAD Designer to join our Seattle or Federal Way office. As part of the CAD Group, the Civil Structural CAD Designer Designs and drafts detailed drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for use in planning, permitting and construction of civil/structural infrastructure projects that shape our coastlines, harbors & rivers as well as transportation projects associated with movement of freight. Six key areas of practice are: Ports & Harbors; coastal, environmental & water resources; urban waterfronts & marinas; transportation, bridges & rail; inspection & rehabilitation; & energy.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2^nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News-Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Transform initial rough designs/sketches and redlines/mark-ups into finished graphics/construction documents.
• Interaction and coordination with all involved parties (engineering, sampling group, construction, clients, subcontractors, government agencies, etc.)
• Assist the CAD Manager with designs for site development & transportation projects
• Ability & willingness to travel as required
• Draft detail drawings of cargo/port/bulk terminals, breakwaters, marinas, wharfs, bulkhead walls, piers, bridges, sound walls, ferry terminals, hydraulic structures, structures (steel, concrete, timber & masonry) and shoreline construction (beaches, nourishment, revetments, dikes and jetties)
• Compute volumes calculations for dredging and upland site development projects
• Improve communications through documentation
• Review engineering drawings to ensure adherence to established CAD standards
• Perform 2D & 3D CADD modelling
• Provide mentoring and training to other CADD staff
• Perform design constructability reviews
• Play an active role in the CAD Standards/Standard Operating Procedures input
• Assist designers and senior technicians with preparation and review of engineering drawing packages
• Manage CADD personnel, schedule & distribute work and ensure time spent on projects is accountable

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree in Engineering Technology or comparable/related (ie. CADD; Drafting & Design Technology; General Engineering; or Design and Construction Technology)
• 6 to 10 years of previous AEC design experience
• Must have working knowledge of civil site development (e.g. grading, surfaces, volume calculations, sections, profiles, corridors, pipe networks, alignments and quantity take-offs)
• Proven work experience with Autodesk Civil 3D
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail a must
• Knowledge of Microsoft office Suite (Excel advanced knowledge required)
• Ability to introduce new ideas and CAD routines to enhance and improve some of the day to day operations
• Understanding and application of CAD standards
• A sound knowledge of engineering design principles and construction methods
• Good analytical thinking, numeracy, computer, and problem solving skills
• A knowledge of structural steel materials (ie. W, S & M shapes; channels; angles; pipe piles, etc)
• Creative flair
• The ability to meet deadlines while performing under pressure
• Successful experience working in a dynamic environment with multiple project responsibilities
• Ability to understand & complete projects with minimal supervision
• Software Experience:
  • AutoCAD (required)
  • Civil 3D (required)
  • Revit (a strong plus)
  • ArcGIS (a strong plus)
  • Navisworks (desired)
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Base salary range:

$33.31 to $40.72 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the Washington markets.

Working conditions:

Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW

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