[Hiring] CAD Technician III @AECOM

Role Description

AECOM has a position available for an Electrical CAD/BIM Technician to support our growing Power Delivery Team. AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of our offices across the United States.

Our team works on high and medium voltage projects for municipal, utility, commercial, and industrial clients. This position will perform technical tasks on a variety of projects including:

• Substation retrofits and new builds
• Overhead and underground transmission
• Distributed generation
• Renewable energy
• Energy master planning

Qualified candidates will have a familiarity with the electrical design aspects for power utility and industrial clients. The successful candidate will have an understanding and experience in electrical design and principles. She/he will be expected to work successfully within a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with other project team members. He/she will have a high level of initiative, motivation, and display drive, energy, and enthusiasm for getting things done with excellent attention to detail.

The responsibilities of this role also include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Works under direct supervision performing moderately complex technical work to create and maintain complete electrical design sets by interpreting and incorporating engineering red lines, markups, and instructions into CAD drawings.
• Produce accurate electrical construction drawings, including plans, sections, elevations, details, schedules, diagrams, and schematics using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or Revit.
• Develop and manage 3D models for electrical systems, including equipment layouts, conduit routing, cable tray systems, and other device placements as necessary.
• Revise drawings efficiently based on engineering feedback, RFI’s, change orders, and construction site markups.
• Ensure all drawings comply with company/client drafting standards, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices (NEC, IEEE, etc.).
• Maintain version control and proper file management of all CAD and 3D model files throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with engineering staff and other team members to resolve design conflicts and maintain model integrity.
• Assist in quality control by performing self-checks and peer reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and constructability of drawings and models.
• Provide technical support to engineers and designers regarding CAD standards, 3D modeling practices, and software troubleshooting.
• Stay current with new CAD/BIM software features, symbology, and drafting techniques through training and self-development.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience in high voltage electrical CAD design
• Preferred Qualifications: BA/BS or AA/AS with 4 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in participating in complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and CAD teams
• Familiarity with the National Electric Code and other relevant codes
• Confidence utilizing Autodesk 2D and 3D platform packages
• Familiarity with other software, such as Bentley MicroStation
• Experience in 3D modeling environments, typically Civil 3D or Revit
• Experience working in collaborative model environments (e.g. Navisworks, Revizto)
• Experience in the management of Common Data Environments including ProjectWise and ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud)
• Understanding of vendor documentation and its use as a reference for assigned tasks
• Exposure to substation facilities, including equipment, layouts, and designs

Requirements

• This position does not offer sponsorship for U.S. employment now or in the future
• This position does not offer relocation assistance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits
• Paid time off, leaves of absence
• Voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options
• Well-being resources, employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance, service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan