Senior Structural CAD Technician (Cold-Formed Light Gauge)

ADTEK Engineers Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm providing comprehensive civil engineering structural base building design and specialty engineering services. Our mission is to deliver high-quality personalized engineering solutions through collaboration creativity and strong client relationships.

At ADTEK our people are our promise and the foundation of our continued success. We are seeking a Senior Structural CAD Technician to join our cold-formed / light gauge steel department in Frederick MD. This position offers an opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to a variety of structural design projects.

What Youll Do

Prepare and Coordinate Construction Documents

• Set up and organize moderate and complex structural projects.
• Assist team members with project setup and drafting standards on simple projects.
• Coordinate plan references detail callouts and section numbering throughout drawing sets.
• Produce or coordinate complete contract documents for moderate and complex projects.
• Deliver assigned projects within established deadlines.

Develop Structural Details and Maintain Drawing Standards

• Select and apply appropriate standard details for moderate and complex projects.
• Determine section locations and incorporate standard sections where appropriate.
• Create non-standard sections and details to support project-specific requirements.
• Maintain and organize company detail and block libraries to support drafting consistency.

Support Quality Control and Technical Excellence

• Review and back-check drawings prepared by other CAD technicians on simple and moderate projects.
• Identify drawing inconsistencies coordination issues and potential drafting errors.
• Review returned submittals with engineers and assist with incorporation of revisions.
• Incorporate review comments and lessons learned into future project work to improve quality and efficiency.

What Were Looking For
Were seeking a detail-oriented professional who can work independently on complex drafting assignments while supporting quality control efforts and mentoring less experienced team members.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of CAD drafting experience in general building design.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project documents.
• Experience with cold-formed steel design is preferred.

Education

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree or technical training in CAD drafting engineering technology or a related field preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD required.
• Strong understanding of drafting standards and document organization.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and maintain quality control across project documents.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Strong communication organizational and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.

Whats In It For You
At ADTEK were committed to taking care of our people. As a full time team member youll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial well being and professional growth including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical dental and vision insurance options to support your overall well being.
• Financial Wellness & Retirement Support: Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) disability insurance life and AD&D coverage a 401(k) plan with employer match and retirement counseling.
• WorkLife Balance: Generous paid time off paid holidays and paid parental leave.
• Professional Growth & Development: Continuing education opportunities support for professional licensure and memberships in industry societies.
• Additional Support Resources: Access to an Employee Assistance Program to help you and your family navigate personal or professional challenges.

Salary: The salary range for this position is an estimate of $25-$32/per hour. A final compensation offer will be based on factors including an individuals skill sets experience knowledge and licensure and certifications.

* At this time ADTEK Engineers will not sponsor new applicants for work authorization.

Date Posted or Updated: 07/20/2026

If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

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