Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is looking to add CAD Designers to our teams in Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, or Houston.
If you enjoy bringing civil designs to life using AutoCAD Civil 3D, collaborating with engineers and project managers, and seeing your work directly impact infrastructure projects in local communities, we'd love to meet you.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is looking to add a Structural BIM Designer to our teams in Orlando, Ann Arbor, Houston, or Louisville.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary:
This role supports structural project teams by producing and managing high-quality construction drawings for building and infrastructure projects. The position works closely with Project Managers and Engineers to translate design intent into accurate, well-organized Revit-based drawings from project kickoff through bid and submittal phases. The ideal candidate is experienced in structural drafting, comfortable working across multiple projects, and able to operate independently while adhering to client and company CAD/BIM standards. Attention to detail, strong coordination skills, and a solid understanding of structural systems for buildings are essential to success in this role.
Essential Functions:
Work closely with Project Managers and Engineers to set up, manage, and maintain construction drawings
Prepare accurate dimensional drawings from 3D building models
Revise and update existing drawings to reflect design changes and coordination updates
Create and manage electronic document file structures and naming conventions in accordance with company standards
Complete a full set of project documents from project initiation through completion with professional-quality output
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver work on schedule
Follow established CAD/BIM standards, whether client-specific or Tetra Tech standards
Collaborate with project teams to produce drawings that meet or exceed client requirements during bid and submittal phases
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in CAD drafting or a related field from a technical trade school, plus a minimum of five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum five years of experience producing structural drawings for building projects
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, including linking files, setting up plan views, using view templates, and managing worksets in accordance with client standards
Strong understanding of structural systems and design parameters for buildings
Knowledge of standard drafting practices and procedures
Ability to generate layout drawings from sketches, specifications, or minimal direction from Engineers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general PC-based software
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams
Strong time-management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Demonstrated ability to meet project objectives and requirements
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
Occasional site or office visits may be required to coordinate with project teams or review design documentation.
Work Environment/Environmental Factors:
Work is typically performed in a professional office environment using a computer for extended periods, with a moderate noise level.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
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