OVERVIEW
NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.
As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives .
The entry-level Computer Aided Drafter/Designer learns to be proficient in preparing construction drawings and documents for multiple systems, including natural gas transmission and distribution pipelines, substation, underground, and overhead electrical projects including physical layouts, elevations, schematics, and wiring diagrams. Technicians develop a basic understanding of project requirements. This role works on a team with designers and engineers applies information electronic drawing files.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Use computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD & AutoCAD Civil 3D, and MicroStation, as well as technical handbooks, utility standards, tables, and calculators
Confer with design engineers and other staff members to resolve problems and create construction documents
Learn to prepare quantity take-offs in a professional and organized manner
Work under the direction of senior designers and engineers
Meet client and NV5's requirements and standards
Manage and maintain design records and files
Learn to complete as-built drawings
Gain confidence in ability to fulfill assignments that require independent judgment and evaluation
Able to work semi-independently with little supervision
Develop career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced designers and engineers
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
0-2 years' experience in the utility, electrical, or civil industry
Positive attitude, able to collaboratively work with others
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant software
Fundamental training in the use of computer-aided drafting software, including CAD Suite, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Revit
Experience drafting civil or utility drawings
1-2 years of AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Certificate of Training in technical drafting or equivalent work in an engineering environment
Experience drafting civil or utility drawings
1-2 years of AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
METRICS:
Based on timely, accurate completion of work
Attends in-house seminars and educational opportunities outside of the offices
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires sitting for extensive periods of time
Must be able to visually interpret complex drawings
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NV5 is a leading provider of compliance, technology, and engineering consulting solutions for public and private sector clients supporting infrastructure, utility, and building assets and systems. We primarily focus on six business verticals: testing, inspection & consulting, infrastructure support services, utility services, building and program management, environmental health sciences, and geospatial technology services. NV5 operates out of more than 100 offices nationwide and abroad.