Summary

The selected individual will be responsible for developing CAD standards, drawing inventories, and block libraries as well as producing layouts, detail drawings, construction drawings, sketches and diagrams as necessary to support our Structural Engineering, Tower Infrastructure Inspection, and A&E teams. Specific drafting areas will include civil infrastructure projects (including telecommunication structures) encompassing a variety of structural elements.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working as part of a team under the direct supervision of a project manager or project engineer, the candidate will be responsible for performing CAD related tasks including but not limited to:

Use computer assisted design/drafting software (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D) to create and revise drawings that depict schematic, orthographic, and other views portraying the functional relationships of components, assemblies, and systems of various telecom/civil infrastructure

Complete structural steel installation and fabrication details following AISC steel standards

Set-up sheet layouts, templates, and details necessary to support various engineering teams

Drafting finished designs from field/hand sketches

Improve efficiency of deliverable development process by evaluating current CAD and field-to-CAD communication processes and modifying procedures as necessary

Develop/incorporate CAD standards to company production processes

Develop/update Drafting and Engineering Standards

Attend in-the-field training to relate as-built conditions to CAD plans

Set up and maintain an organized file system for production drawings

Regularly resolve design and coordination issues

Consult with the Engineer and other department staff as necessary

Research on-line resources for site-related data assimilation

In addition, the candidate will be able to effectively communicate with fellow co-workers and clients in the following manner:

Respectfully and confidently discuss project concerns, questions, and solutions with clients and inter-company personnel

Demonstrate the necessary interpersonal skills to thrive in a team-oriented work environment

Due to the nature and limited timelines of most projects, the selected individual should be willing and capable of exhibiting the work ethic and social ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment where communication with co-workers and strategic partners is paramount.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Working knowledge of the latest version(s) of AutoCAD and MS Office is required

Prior experience with structural/mechanical engineering projects is required

Prior experience in the telecom industry is strongly preferred

Current aptitude or ability to develop an understanding of regulatory requirements and basic structural related design practices is required

Able to read and interpret construction, shop, or design drawings

Possess mechanical aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical calculations

Ability to develop finalized construction drawings from preliminary sketches/drawings with minimal direction

Experience working with and creating dynamic blocks is preferred

Experience developing and maintaining CAD standards preferred

Excellent visualization and math skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Personal computer skills and use of related software applications.

Personal Traits

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated worker, capable of operating in a team-oriented environment intended to complete projects effectively and efficiently. He/She should have strong interpersonal skills, as this position requires working and interacting with fellow co-workers on a daily basis. This person should be a self-starter, with a focus on company and career advancement though diligent work, technical competence, and client satisfaction.

Culture

Delta Oaks Group is founded on the principle of delivering unparalleled client service and providing its employees an exceptional work environment. We strongly believe that these two principles are not separable and are only accomplished through hard work, honesty, and treating others with respect. We are seeking individuals that share those same values.

Education

High School diploma and Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school. Graduation from a drafting program of a recognized technical institute or one to two year(s) of related experience and/or formal training in AutoCAD; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered based on Hiring Manager decision

Experience

At least two (2) to five (5) years of CAD work experience in the mechanical/engineering or related field that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties listed on the job description is required.

Travel Minimal travel, approximately 10%, will be required. Physical DemandsFrequently = more than 75% of time Constantly = between 25% and 75% of the time Occasionally = less than 25% of the time

Frequently required to sit

Frequently required to view computer monitor

Occasionally required to perform field work

Field work may include, but is not limited to:

Gathering dimensional data and site photographs at telecommunication and other civil infrastructure facilities in a variety of settings, including weather conditions

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the requirements of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended to describe the general nature of the position. This document is not an employment contract. In accordance with the Americans with Disability Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disable individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which pose serious health or safety risks to employee or others and/or which impose undue hardships on the organization.