CAD Drafter

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.  We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives. 

Compensation

$55000 - $73000 / year

Position Summary

The CAD Engineer will be responsible to create detailed drawings and schematics according to engineering sketches, specifications, and related data/drawings to determine design factors such as size, shape, and arrangement of parts. 

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

•    Engaging with our design team to produce electrical schematics and mechanical shop drawings for review by customers, installers, or construction managers. 
•    Revising and resubmitting drawings based on responses to comments from the project review team.
•    Printing (plotting) drawings for review, approval, and final stamping.
•    Preparing as-built drawings and final project closeout of drawing work.
•    Updating and improving upon company standards and templates, as required.
•    Interacts with multi-discipline teams on proposals and projects  

Required Skills and Qualifications

•    Associate’s or technical degree with AutoCAD Electrical being a major component. 
•    3-5 years of experience using AutoCAD on a daily basis. 
•    Prior experience with railroads a plus.
•    Ability to work with minimal instruction. 
•    Ability to interpret customer comments effectively and accurately update the projects drawings. 
•    Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills 
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. 
•    Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in work.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works in an office environment  
• Frequently sits for long periods of time  
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard  
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending   

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.