Senior CAD Technician- California

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients' investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence.

What sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do helping clients not just meet today's needs but prepare for tomorrow's challenges. From design and pre-construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs. Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that's shaping the future of the built environment-one smart, resilient solution at a time.

OVERVIEW:

The Sr. CAD Technician is responsible for the preparation of drawings and details for structural and architectural disciplines relating to the design of new construction properties and repairs and modifications of existing properties.

The Salary Range for this position is $83,300 - $124,900 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be familiar with specifications, sketches, drawing notes, and other design data in order to produce new drawings as well as make corrections and revisions to existing or preliminary drawings prepared by others.
• Produce, prepare, organize, coordinate, and manage drawings and specifications using computer-aided drafting (CAD) and word processing applications (MS Word).
• Develop and assemble drawing sets from concept to final issuance with plan views, elevations, and details to assist the design team with the construction design drawing package.
• Understand and assist with developing company standards for AutoCAD drafting including layer names, line and character styles, drawings and window names, and file names for sheet layout.
• Occasionally travel to field project locations to assist the design team with field sketches, taking dimensions, etc. and will require the ability to climb ladders, stairs and go inside damaged buildings to acquire the necessary field data to produce engineering drawings. The travel will be minimal.
• Maintain consistent layering, naming, sheet setup, title blocks, and plotting/publishing standards
• Perform self-checks and peer checks for accuracy, completeness, and constructability/manufacturability
• Review and implement markups/redlines from engineers
• Manage revision control and ensure changes are properly documented and clouded/recorded
• Identify and resolve issues such as clashes, inconsistencies, missing information, or coordination conflicts
• Coordinate with engineers/designers/architects, and sometimes suppliers, contractors, or fabricators
• Clarify design intent and raise RFIs/technical queries when information is missing or conflicting
• Participate in coordination meetings and communicate drawing/model status, risks, and dependencies

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Reliable delivery under deadlines, ability to work well under pressure.
• Work under close supervision of CAD manager and engineering team
• Be responsive to inquiries
• Consistent quality and accountability
• Ability to mentor and lead drafting standards

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• High Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
• 8+ years of experience in structural drafting/detailing production (buildings/infrastructure), with senior-level checking/coordination responsibilities
• Producing structural drawing packages across stages (concept tender construction as-built)
• QA/checking: redlines, revision control, drawing registers, issue packages
• Coordination with Architectural + MEP (openings/penetrations, embeds, loads, clashes)
• Previous experience required in structural detailing with wood, concrete, masonry, and/or steel.
• Revit experience preferred, but not necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:

Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, crouch, hear, and talk (must be able to speak and communicate clearly with employees). Employee may lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

There will be some occasions where overtime (or working after normal business hours) will be required to meet the demands of the position.

Required travel is minimal and infrequent.

Additional Information:

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! (www.rimkus.com)

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

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