A&E - CAD Technician

Ontivity’s Professional Services Division is seeking a drafting technician to support their growing DAS team. The role involves converting design guidance into CAD, compiling construction drawings, and managing multiple projects while ensuring compliance with standards. Responsibilities Effectively and efficiently convert notes/design guidance into CAD Compile Construction Drawings in AutoCAD for DAS, as well as Civil Site Design, Structural Modifications, and Electrical Details Provide design guidance based on experience - Able to convert conceptual designs and basic direction into clear, detailed, and accurate AutoCAD design sets Independently manage workload and effectively balance multiple projects and schedules to ensure timely delivery Accurately estimate effort for specific client tasks for PM use in budget calculations Effectively communicate challenges, articulate needed information, and stay on schedule and budget Able to reference previous projects and client standards for consistency, and to self-educate on best practices Coordinate with Engineering and codes to ensure compliance with Company, Client, and Jurisdictional Standards May coordinate with clients as directed Responsible for initial QA/QC and may QA/QC other designers Willing and able to train and coordinate with other team members in remote offices for assistance in the delivery of large projects Able to travel to the site (30-50% travel) and collect site data for field reporting and design. Represents the company professionally in the field Participates in meetings with vendors, suppliers, and clients, as appropriate Skills Proficiency in AutoCAD Familiarity with compiling construction drawings 1-3 Years Experience Minimum 1 Year of Direct Project Experience Technical Degree, CAD Certification, Equivalent Experience General working knowledge of technical concepts with demonstrated development of design judgment Able to perform basic calculations, prepare drawings or figures, and/or draft reports with minimal oversight Competence in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Products, and technical design standards Experience working independently with limited supervision on routine tasks Able to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings, field notes, design specifications, and requirements related to telecommunications, commercial, and light industrial applications Basic knowledge surrounding AutoCAD skillsets such as block and dynamic block creation, layer and line type creation, job template creation, and efficient use of viewports Basic drafting skillsets such as building floor plans, building elevations, sectional views, equipment detailing, installation method detailing, cabling diagrams, cabling pathway plans, and equipment elevations Ability to read and understand construction drawing blueprints Positive work ethic Independently motivated and organized Strong communication skills for coordination across remote teams Meets deadlines and/or communicates punctually when deadlines or budgets need adjustment Excellent attention to detail Eager to learn and/or research industry specifics Trainable and receives constructive criticism well Problem-solving skills Experience in telecommunications Revit knowledge is considered a plus Enhanced drafting skillsets such as electrical one-line diagramming, panel schedules, AC/DC cabling diagrams, electrical and grounding layouts/detailing, structural detailing, and mechanical design Benefits Health Benefits including: Health Dental Vision Long and Short-term disability 401(k) / Roth IRA Paid Time Off Company Overview Ontivity is a Connected Infrastructure Construction Company. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Kaufman, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Ontivity has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.