CAD Technician (Heavy Civil Construction Project)

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en) . We are currently looking for a CAD Technician to join our team for a Heavy Civil Construction Project in Norfolk, Virginia, USA.

• Project: tunnel/highway/structure
• Estimated duration of the position: 12 months - In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.
• Summary: responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining detailed CAD designs and models for civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and utilities.
• Responsibilities:
• Create and modify 2D and 3D CAD designs and models using Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD 3D, demonstrating strong expertise.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers to ensure accurate and timely completion of design deliverables.
• Develop and maintain detailed CAD standards, templates, and libraries.
• Coordinate with survey teams to ensure accurate data integration and mapping.
• Assist in preparing construction documents, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and precision of CAD designs.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday: 40 hours weekly.
• Requirements:
• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, Topography, Geomatics or similar.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as a CAD Technician in highway/bridge/heavy civil construction projects or similar.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, AutoCAD 2D and 3D, and other relevant CAD software.
• Strong expertise required (MicroStation is a plus).
• Possess a strong understanding of civil engineering principles, including surveying, grading, and drainage.
• Exhibit excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines.
• Proven ability to coordinate and lead multidisciplinary CAD teams, ensuring alignment with project goals, technical standards, and delivery timelines.
• Benefits:
• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• Salary and other benefits accordingly.
• 22 paid vacation days + 5 working days of sick leave (100% salary).
• Trip from and to where the candidate is located at the beginning and at the end of the project (if needed).
• Two weeks at a hotel when you arrive in the city of the project (if needed)
• Local health insurance.
• Vehicle, gas, laptop and phone are provided.
  
  

The description and conditions hereby indicated are intended to describe the general nature of the job developed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibility, duties and overall competence required by the personnel. In addition, they do not establish a job contract and they are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity. .