Sr. CAD Administrator

Position Title:

Senior CAD Administrator

Reports to:

Piping Department Manager

Position Status:

Permanent – Full Time

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Location:

Pasadena, TX

Work Schedule:

Standard schedule is Monday through Friday.

Purpose:

The Senior CAD Administrator is responsible for the management, configuration, standardization, and optimization of all CAD systems and drafting technologies supporting industrial construction projects. This role ensures efficient design workflows, system reliability, data integrity, and compliance with company and client standards, while providing technical leadership and support to engineering and design teams.

Core Responsibilities

CAD Systems Administration

- Administer, configure, and maintain CAD platforms (e.g., Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Navisworks, Octave Forte 3D, Forte 3DWorx) across engineering and construction teams.

- Administer, support, and maintain database servers for Smart 3D and/or Plant 3D.

- Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain ISOGEN for piping isometric generation.

- Lead CAD software upgrades, patches, testing, and deployment.

Standards & Governance

- Develop, implement, and enforce CAD standards, templates, libraries, and workflows.

- Build and maintain piping specifications and support libraries within 3D modeling software.

- Ensure compliance with client specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

- Participate in project kickoffs to establish CAD execution plans.

Support & Training

- Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for CAD users.

- Train and mentor designers and drafters on best practices, standards, and system use.

Data, Security & Performance

- Manage drawing databases, project file structures, backups, and data security protocols.

- Coordinate with IT on hardware, licensing, graphics, and network optimization for CAD performance.

Automation & Integration

- Develop automation tools, scripts, and customizations to improve productivity (e.g., routines, reports, batch tools).

- Support software integrations for multi-discipline industrial projects (mechanical, piping, structural, civil, instrumentation, electrical, procurement, construction).

- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to design systems and workflows.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, Computer-Aided Design, or related field; or equivalent experience.

- 8+ years of CAD experience in industrial construction, petrochemical, refining, or heavy industrial environments. - 5+ years of CAD administration experience preferred.

- Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Plant 3D; strong experience with Octave Forte 3D, Forte 3DWorx, and other 3D modeling platforms strongly preferred.

- Strong understanding of industrial construction deliverables, including P&IDs, piping isometrics, structural, and civil drawings.

- Demonstrated experience developing CAD standards and automation routines.

- Proficiency with SQL, report writing, and programming/scripting (e.g., VBA, .NET, Python, C#) is a plus.

- Knowledge of file management systems and document control processes.

- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-resolution skills.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment.

Physical Requirements

- Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

- Sit for extended periods.

- Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch.

- Use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects.

Work Environment:

Primarily office environment with standard office and design application use.