Civil Works CIM/CAD Designer Lead Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Seattle, WA (Job ID 44833)

Description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

As an industry leader in Engineering and Design support, Tetra Tech contracts in place for various municipal and federal clients, including stormwater improvements, flood risk mitigation, inland navigation lock and dam systems, environmental restoration, and coastal protection projects.

The Civil Works CIM/CAD Designer Lead will be primarily responsible for Leading production on Projects from beginning to completion with experience and understanding of Disciplines in Civil Works and a base understanding of Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, fields. An Ideal Candidate will have experience in both Autodesk and Bentley products such as Autocad, Civil 3D, MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer. For those that have a mastery of some but not all software, on the job training will be available. A successful Civil Works CIM/CAD Lead will have a penchant for learning, have a detailed eye for quality work, be technically inclined, and a problem solver. 

The ideal candidate will have 15-20+ years of CAD experience and 10-15+ years of experience utilizing CIM software (Civil 3D or OpenRoads) with a desire to learn new software and be part of a Team that is ever increasing in efficiency in our workflow. While preference may be given to candidates who can be present in a local office (Seattle, Irvine, Atlanta) on a hybrid schedule, this role is available for remote work within the United States.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

Your Role:

• Proactively engage with Project Managers and design Engineers to ensure timely project completion within allocated budgets, which may include occasional overtime work.
• Assist civil engineering staff in the development of complex preliminary and final designs of civil works features.
• Analyze complex sketches, notes, and other input to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete drawings and models.
• Develop 3D Terrain & various Discipline models of project features using CADD software.
• Coordinate with the Tetra Tech CAD Manager to implement project-specific CAD standards.
• Set up project drawings to conform to client standards.
• Implement additional material data through Parts and Families or Instance Data Catalogs to produce Product Schedules and Quantity Reports. Be able to maintain these Libraries for a Project.
• Communicate effectively with Engineers and other CAD team members.
• Utilize CAD best practices and QA/QC procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency of their work.
   

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in related field (experience can be substituted for degree).
• 15-20+ years of relevant experience and working knowledge of civil works engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• 10-15+ years of strong design experience and competence with CIM software (i.e. Civil 3D, with a willingness to learn OpenRoads)
• 5-10+ years of leadership and CAD production management experience, directing the work of less experienced CAD staff to meet quality and schedule requirements.
• Proven knowledge of plan set development and ability to conform to various jurisdictional standards is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, committed to project schedules and deadlines, able to work within a team environment and independently, and self-motivated.
• Solid work ethic with attention to detail, a care for the handling of projects, and a desire to improve and grow their knowledge.
• Experience with use of CAD and CIM software to develop 2D conventional drawings from 3D models.
• Knowledge of BIM software is a Plus.
• Experience using U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CAD Standards is a plus.
• Experience with ProjectWise and ACC is a plus.
• Experience Microsoft 365 products such as Word and Excel are required.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu is a Plus.
• Experience with handling technical challenges inside and outside of CAD Software, develop or track down solid solutions not just a workaround, and has the tenacity to see issues through to a solution.

What we can offer you:

• Work on projects that are local, national, or sometimes international. Can include structures facilities that are recognizable to the public, improve lives, and benefit the public good.
• Huge opportunity for growth in multiple disciplines and software.
• Work in a small, entrepreneurial-minded office that's backed by the resources of a large, international company.
• When appropriate, the opportunity to think outside the box to develop innovative solutions to client problems, and the support to implement your ideas.
• A passionate team of co-workers who work hard and respect the importance of work-life balance.
• Work in office, with a potential for a home-office hybrid, or remote schedule.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion-focused company.
• Strong commitment to Health and Safety.
  

The hourly wage range for this position is approximately $38 to $52 depending on education, qualifications, experience and work location.

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include health insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, paid time off benefits, 401k, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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