CAD Adminstrator

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery.

With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at www.dashiell.com.

Primary Function

The Assistant CAD Technical Aid provides essential software and administrative support to the design team. This role focuses on maintaining the health of the CAD environment, managing software configurations and ensuring compliance with organizational security protocols.

Duties & Responsibilities

Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:

- Perform basic installations, updates, and configurations of CAD software and related design tools

- Monitor and resolve basic software licensing issues once trust and administrative access is established

- Function strictly within established security constraints to protect intellectual property and system integrity

- Troubleshoot minor software glitches and assist staff with workstation setups

- Assist with Meridian or other Document Management/BIM software issues

- Install printers

- Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Associate’s degree in related field is required. Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or Computer Science is preferred.

- Strong understanding of Windows OS, file structures, and hardware/software interactions

- Proven ability to learn new technical processes quickly and follow complex, multi-step instructions without deviation

- Experience or aptitude for working within restricted environments; must demonstrate the reliability required for an administrative account

- Ability to pass vetting process by Quanta and Dashiell network security to be granted administrative privileges

- Familiarity working with CAD platforms (AutoCAD, Microstation, Civil 3D, Inventor, Revit, etc.) is preferred

- Basic exposure to AutoLisp, .NET, or VBA for automating repetitive tasks is preferred

- High attention to detail

- Ability to clearly report technical issues or progress to Senior IT, Senior CAD Administrator, Senior Design Supervisor, Design Leads, or individual whose system work is being performed

- Take ownership of assigned tasks and administrative responsibilities

Physical Requirements

- Ability to sit for extended periods during computer-based work.

- Ability to stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday.

- Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

- Occasional travel to other offices or locations.

- Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically

Environmental Conditions

- Primarily climate-controlled office environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options), dental and vision coverage, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting, among others.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship. Third-party recruiters and agencies, please do not contact us regarding this position.