CAD Technician

AECOM is seeking a CAD Technician for our Baton Rouge LA office.  In this role youll have the opportunity to work on Water projects that improve and enhance the local communities. Due to AECOM success in winning work a career here will continually offer opportunities on a wide variety of projects.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Works under direct supervision performing moderately complex technical work utilizing instructions drawings sketches and results from computer systems and schematics. 
• May be involved in training and supervising technical personnel.  
• May perform some data entry.
• Ability to identify a variety of map types.
• Understanding of workplace ethics
• Explain and demonstrate basic CADD techniques.
• Identify standard sheet sizes and scale formats.
• Understanding of file organization and management.
• Knowledge of U.S. National CAD standards for architecture engineering and construction
• Layer naming standards.
• Knowledge of drawing templates
• How to use symbols and symbols libraries.
• Knowledge file management.
• Define map scale for Civil and Structural drawing files.
• Draw plot plans from engineering sketches and given information.    
• Use map symbols to draw a map from given information and create symbols when required.
• Identify different types of surveys and the maps created by them.
• Draw a traverse from given information.
• Draw contour maps (existing & proposed).
• Create horizontal alignment design with tangent curves using civil CADD software.
• Construct profile drawings using contour maps and surfaces.
• Construct crosssection drawings using cross section survey data.
• Generate civil/structural engineering and detail drawings from sketches.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical or vocational degree or certificate for drafting or CAD
• Experience with CAD Civil 3D or other design software
• Familiarity with construction document management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Geographic UTM & State Plane coordinate systems.
• Knowledge of CADD and GIS transfer file formats.
• How to use AutoCAD & MicroStation softwares.

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime