CAD Technician I

Support others in the development of 2D technical drawings and 3D models in a custom curtainwall company. The CAD Technician (CT) is responsible for all aspects of the design process. The CT will complete and manipulate base curtainwall system designs using CAD to complete project submittal documents and develop fabrication drawings and models from these submittal documents.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work with Technical Project Manager and Engineers to create submittal details, plans, and elevations.
• Create layout and tag drawings for installation.
• Create fabrication drawings and models.
• Generate Bill of Materials (BOMs) and material estimates.
• Read and interpret project Architectural and Structural drawings.
• Read and interpret project specifications.
• Provide support to factory and field personnel as needed.
• Follow best practice drafting and modeling standards.
• Use education and company provided training to further develop required skills.
• Additional items as needed by design department.

Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD required
• Working knowledge of 3D modeling software (Inventor/SolidWorks) required
• Strong general computer skills including working knowledge of email, MS Office, and similar software
• Strong spatial aptitude
• Ability to travel as required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Under supervision, performs technical work with CAD operation in various 2D and 3D capacities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to sit, work, collaborate on a computer as needed for project work.
• Ability to stand for periods of time as needed for project work.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Associates degree in AEC industry or currently enrolled in 2-year degree in AEC industry
• 0-2 years related experience required.

New Hudson Facades is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.