Senior CAD Designer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior CAD Designer

Posting Start Date: 5/1/25

Job Description:

Job Information

Salary Range: $59,280 - $99,060

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

Primary Role

The CAD Designer is responsible for creating complex, multi-discipline, 3-dimensional models and layouts; design and construction plan and record drawing preparation for water, wastewater and other water resource facilities. Responsible for CAD layout and design assistance for all aspects of mechanical, structural, architectural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation & control systems. Responsible for development of CAD Standards and Standard Construction Details. Maintains company engineering models, drawings, CAD files, and provides technical support and mentoring to CAD Technicians across the company. Performs quality assurance and quality control reviews of all drawings and assists Engineering Manager in maintaining productivity of CAD Technicians within department.

Key Accountabilities

- Develops complex, 3-dimensional, multi-discipline CAD models, design layouts and details, and Engineering Design drawings using AutoCAD MEP or other company-preferred 3-dimensional design software. Creates 3-D models, plans, sections and details of:

- mechanical equipment, process piping, plumbing and HVAC ductwork.

- structural components including slabs, foundations, walls, and steel appurtenances and reinforcement

- architectural components and assemblies including building exteriors, walls, roofs, doors, stairs, trusses and trim

- site civil construction including parking lots, stormwater management systems, grading and erosion control, landscaping and related infrastructure; and 5) electrical power distribution systems, instrumentation and controls systems

- Serves as liaison between engineers and CAD Technicians. Mentors all AW CAD Technicians and users. Performs quality control and assurance reviews on in-house design project drawings, and reviews out-sourced design documents for conformance to AW CAD standards. Assists with CAD workload distribution and supervision

- Completes Comprehensive Planning Study exhibits and special presentation exhibits using AutoCAD or other company-selected software; procures electronic record documents and converts manually drawn record documents to ensure complete information for the exhibits

- Assists IT in maintaining AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D or other workstations; coordinates with IT Department for AutoCAD software license maintenance and compliance; maintains drawing file directories and archives; maintains electronic drawing database, maintains drawings, microfilm and catalog files, associated indexes and drafting supplies; reviews and files shop drawings; process printing orders.

- Develops and maintains Standard Construction Details Manuals, AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, or other CAD Standards Manuals.

Knowledge/Skills

- Advanced knowledge of and expertise in computer aided, 3-dimensional drafting; comprehensive, multi-discipline design utilizing AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Civil 3D or other CAD techniques and extensive knowledge of general engineering concepts and terminology related to water and wastewater treatment, pumping, storage, distribution and transmission facilities.

- Familiarity with engineering concepts relevant to their field, such as mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural and civil engineering principles.

- General knowledge of OSHA and other safety standards.

- Sound business acumen and judgment.

- Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.

- Effective verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation).

- Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others.

Experience/Education

- Associate’s degree and Certifications in CAD Design, Engineering Technology, or related field. Relevant work experience in lieu of degree may be considered

- 8+ years’ experience in drafting, design, and 3-D modeling of engineering disciplines.

Certifications/Licenses

At least one technical drafting certification such as CD, CSWP, CDT, and/or Autodesk Certified Professional.

Work Environment

Standard indoor office environment.

Travel Requirements

Up to 5%, as required.

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Nimble learning

Drives Results

Collaborates