STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group.
Structural Technologies is the exclusive licensee of VSL® post-tensioning systems in the United States. Structural Technologies is the single source for VSL® products and technical support in the United States - which have been used throughout the world since 1956 to build, repair and strengthen bridges, buildings, tanks, and special structures.
VSL Civil is currently recruiting for a CAD Technician to join our team. As a CAD Technician, you will be accountable for preparing complex drawings of structures and equipment systems.
This role can be seated at any of our current branch locations which includes the following.
Manassas, VA
Fort Worth, TX
The successful candidate will also be responsible for:
Drafting project and mechanical system drawings derived from layouts and sketches
Establishing and following technical specifications to prepare drawings and draft designs
Consulting with engineers regarding model accuracy and coordinate with shop team for material deliveries to job-sites
Determining material needs, performing necessary calculations, and tracking all material quantities
Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this position:
3-7 years experience with AutoCAD, preferably structural concrete drawings
Demonstrated ability to read and understand structural drawings
Strong communication skills, able to correspond well with Engineers and Clients
Able to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment
Candidates who are proficient in the use of Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, SolidWorks, BIM/Revit, and MS Office Suite may be given preference
Travel nationally 5-10%
Our ideal candidate is an innovative but decisive leader who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.
We anticipate pay for this role between $28-28/hour based off education, experience, and location.
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES/VSL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
EOE/M/F/D/V
Structural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. EOE/M/F/D/V
Skills Required
- 3–7 years of experience with AutoCAD, preferably creating structural concrete drawings
- Ability to read and understand structural drawings
- Strong communication skills and ability to correspond effectively with engineers and clients
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, SolidWorks, BIM/Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain professional relationships
- Ability to set goals and expectations, hold others accountable, encourage and mentor others, and lead decisively
What We Do
Structural Technologies, part of Structural Group, provides engineered products, technologies, and turnkey solutions that strengthen and extend the life of civil and structural infrastructure. Its work integrates engineering, construction, and technology for commercial, public, transportation, industrial, and power customers, with services spanning specialty repair, maintenance, and infrastructure preservation. The company serves projects worldwide across diverse markets through the broader Structural Group.
