Sr. CAD Designer

Develop technical drawings and 3D models in a custom curtainwall company. The CAD Designer SR (CDS) is responsible for all aspects of the design process. The CDS will complete and manipulate base curtainwall system designs using CAD to complete project submittal documents and develop fabrication drawings and models from these submittal documents. The CDS provides work direction, guidance, and training to other CAD staff. The CDS reviews the accuracy and quality of work performed by others. The CDS may also serve as a point of contact with internal and external customers and may assist in the development of CAD standards and procedures.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Work with Technical Project Manager and Engineers to create submittal details, plans, and elevations.
• Create layout and tag drawings for installation.
• Create fabrication drawings and models.
• Generate Bill of Materials (BOMs) and material estimates.
• Read and interpret project Architectural and Structural drawings.
• Read and interpret project specifications.
• Provide direction, guidance, and training to CAD staff.
• Review accuracy and quality of work performed by other technical staff.
• Provide support to factory and field personnel as needed.
• Follow best practice drafting and modeling standards & assist in the development and refinement of standards.
• Use education and company provided training to further develop required skills.
• Additional items as needed by design department.

Skills and Abilities:

• Acts in a leadership capacity on project work and can supervise the work of others.
• Strong general computer skills including working knowledge of email, MS Office, and similar software.
• Strong spatial aptitude.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to sit, work, collaborate on a computer as needed for project work.
• Ability to stand for periods of time as needed for project work.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Associate degree in AEC industry or related field required, bachelors preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD required.
• Working knowledge of 3D modeling software (Inventor/SolidWorks) required.
• 8+ years Curtainwall or related Industry experience required.

New Hudson Facades Benefits

• Salary Range: $70K-$95K, based on departmental budget, qualifications, experience, education, and licenses. This range represents the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement: 401K plan with employer contributions

New Hudson Facades is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.