Freese and Nichols is making a long-term, strategic investment in Florida and we are seeking a BIM/CAD Designer to join one of our Florida offices; Orlando, Jacksonville, or Tampa. This position will focus on design of linear utilities, pump stations and treatment plants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities:
Understands project requirements, scope, and deliverables, making informed decisions trusted by engineers.
Provides conceptual input during project planning and identifies areas for quality improvements.
Prepares detailed drawings and layouts, applying theoretical and practical engineering knowledge.
Performs design tasks requiring fundamental engineering concepts with minimal direction.
Coordinates with design teams, stakeholders, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
Ensures deliverables meet professional standards, performing BIM/CAD quality control and continuous improvement.
Utilizes company CAD standards, maintains drawing files, and supports best practices.
Acts as a liaison between CAD Managers and users, assisting in implementing company policies and new technologies.
Participates in hiring processes, training, and mentoring team members.
Focuses on self-development, efficiency, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
8+ years’ experience with a broad base in engineering design and technical support of engineering utilizing BIM/CAD software.
Advanced expertise in Autodesk Civil 3D including experience with alignments, pressure pipe networks, gravity pipe networks, surfaces, and data management.
Proven ability to learn, adapt, and problem solve to produce accurate and quality deliverables. Ability to work with all levels of personnel.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate Degree in BIM/CAD or Design/Drafting Technology.
10+ years’ experience in Autodesk Civil3D, including design of pipelines
Experience in translation of design/data files between multiple platforms, including GIS Shapefiles, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Revit and MicroStation.
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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