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This is a unique opportunity that will give you an amazing foundation to start your CAD career. As a CAD Technician, you’ll help us tell the story of each project site visually combining accurate technical details with creative flair. You will work as part of our close-knit, decentralized CAD team, where you’ll be mentored by experienced professionals from various offices and contribute to interesting, diverse projects across the United States.
We aren't just looking for a drafter; we’re looking for someone with a passion to learn how to produce complex graphics for geotechnical investigations and environmental remediation. As your expertise grows, your career trajectory will include opportunities to work on complex designs for environmental remediation, roadway retaining walls, shoring systems for large excavations, mine reclamation, stream restoration, and more.
In your first year, you will be fully immersed in the many tools found in Civil 3D, moving beyond the basics to become a key part of our design teams. If you have a foundational knowledge of AutoCAD and a lot of passion to grow, this is the perfect place to build your future.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Under direct supervision of CAD staff, assists with: Redlines, Civil 3D tasks such as the creation of points, surfaces, alignments, and sections/profiles, Processing CAD and engineering data sets to be used in drawings, Creating figures, Providing basic support for engineering design drawings, Internal CAD standard initiatives such as detail library development, creating symbology, organizing layers in templates, etc.
Collaborates with CAD staff to meet deadlines, adhere to budgets, and ensures deliverables are reviewed for QA/QC
Adheres to internal and industry CAD drawing production standards
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical or Associate’s degree preferred.
Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D required.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and/or diagrammatic instructions
Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Professional-level verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., prolonged sitting, and regular walking, bending, standing and reaching.
Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged view of a monitor/screen.
Our best estimate of the salary range for the CAD Technician, located in Seattle or Redmond, WA, is $28.37 – $39.04 an hour, located in Tacoma, WA, or Portland, OR is $27.50 - 37.88 an hour, located in Spokane, WA or Springfield, MO is $26.11 - $35.91 an hour. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here.
Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers
When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go.
GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, *** (including pregnancy), ****** orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@geoengineers.com or by phone at (425) 861-6000. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for openings on our team. We would love for you to join us!
We care about your privacy. Read GeoEngineers’ Privacy Notice for details on our personal data policies.
This is a unique opportunity that will give you an amazing foundation to start your CAD career. As a CAD Technician, you’ll help us tell the story of each project site visually combining accurate technical details with creative flair. You will work as part of our close-knit, decentralized CAD team, where you’ll be mentored by experienced professionals from various offices and contribute to interesting, diverse projects across the United States.
We aren't just looking for a drafter; we’re looking for someone with a passion to learn how to produce complex graphics for geotechnical investigations and environmental remediation. As your expertise grows, your career trajectory will include opportunities to work on complex designs for environmental remediation, roadway retaining walls, shoring systems for large excavations, mine reclamation, stream restoration, and more.
In your first year, you will be fully immersed in the many tools found in Civil 3D, moving beyond the basics to become a key part of our design teams. If you have a foundational knowledge of AutoCAD and a lot of passion to grow, this is the perfect place to build your future.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Under direct supervision of CAD staff, assists with: Redlines, Civil 3D tasks such as the creation of points, surfaces, alignments, and sections/profiles, Processing CAD and engineering data sets to be used in drawings, Creating figures, Providing basic support for engineering design drawings, Internal CAD standard initiatives such as detail library development, creating symbology, organizing layers in templates, etc.
Collaborates with CAD staff to meet deadlines, adhere to budgets, and ensures deliverables are reviewed for QA/QC
Adheres to internal and industry CAD drawing production standards
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical or Associate’s degree preferred.
Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D required.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and/or diagrammatic instructions
Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Professional-level verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., prolonged sitting, and regular walking, bending, standing and reaching.
Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged view of a monitor/screen.
Our best estimate of the salary range for the CAD Technician, located in Seattle or Redmond, WA, is $28.37 – $39.04 an hour, located in Tacoma, WA, or Portland, OR is $27.50 - 37.88 an hour, located in Spokane, WA or Springfield, MO is $26.11 - $35.91 an hour. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here.
Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers
When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go.
GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, *** (including pregnancy), ****** orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@geoengineers.com or by phone at (425) 861-6000. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for openings on our team. We would love for you to join us!
We care about your privacy. Read GeoEngineers’ Privacy Notice for details on our personal data policies.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The CAD Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Technician Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Technician Jobs is a plus.