CAD Technician

Location: West Palm Beach, Florida

Position Summary

Uses computer aided design techniques to prepare drawings and draft plans for civil construction, environmental remediation, demolition and geotechnical construction projects, as directed by management.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values: We Do What We Say, We Are Passionate About Our Work, We Are One Team, We Work Smart, and We Do The Right Thing.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft plans, and detailed drawings for specialty projects, such as- Civil Construction, Environmental Remediation, Demolition, and Geotechnical Construction.
• Interpret engineering PDF plan sets, rough sketches or notes, to produce drawings using computer assisted drafting systems (CAD), mainly: AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Agtek.
• Incorporate data from topographical surveys, and geophysical reports to prepare drawings.
• Calculate weights, “cut and fill” volumes, and stress factors and their implications for technical aspects of designs. Make calculations for excavation tonnage, and earth-moving operations.
• Use mathematics to solve problems, and the knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Prepare drawing “take-offs” calculating construction volume quantities from existing design drawings.
• Draw technical cross-sections, plan and profiles, topographical 3D contour surfaces, grading excavation, demolition plans, site plans, maps, diagrams, using engineering plans, surveys, and field data.
• Draw slurry walls, cut-off wall profiles, elevations, and submittal drawings.
• Draw proposed truck haul-route plans, staging area, and traffic control plan drawings.
• Create Excel spreadsheets, for Volume calculations, Stations, Northing & Easting, Elevations, Point descriptions, etc. Create and manipulate comma delimited text files for transferal to field personnel or third-party engineering.
• Create CAD Template Styles for drawings, Title-Blocks, and implement CAD Standard procedures.
• Write reports and written procedures using Microsoft Word.
• Prepare As-Built documentation for submittal processes; calculate final As-Built quantities for payment submittals.
• Estimate quantities from design drawings, to be used for bidding projects, and prepare proposal drawings, along with technical documentation.
• Assist Project Managers with field design changes, engineering change orders on projects, and provide adjustments as necessary.
• Explain drawings to production or construction teams and interact with engineering personnel.
• Create work project binders; create CDs for all projects; file documentation; plot / print drawings sets.
• Organize the electronic file directory structure, clean-up, catalog projects, and archive directories.
• Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency and knowledge of data collection and analysis.
• Expertise in the Land Survey industry and problem-solving, with the ability to manage priorities effectively.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CAD Technology, drafting, or a related field.
• One to three years of experience as a CAD Technician within the engineering or construction industry.
• Experience with CAD drawing systems, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Trimble Business Center preferred.
• Company will provide additional training, as necessary.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This office-based role requires frequent computer use and effective communication, with occasional travel to project sites as needed. Site visits may involve extended periods of standing or walking and required PPE, with potential exposure to heavy equipment, chemicals, dust, fumes, uneven terrain, and extreme weather.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non-craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.