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Freese and Nichols Inc

Water/Wastewater Treatment CAD Designer

Freese and Nichols Inc, Austin, TX


The CAD design work will include preparation of construction drawings for water and wastewater treatment plants, elevated storage tanks, pumping stations, and utility projects. Types of drawings needed are site plans, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, hydraulic profile, mechanical plans, sections and details which include mechanical equipment, piping systems, supports and instrumentation. Understanding of orthographic visualization is expected and ability to interact with architectural, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and structural components to develop drawings. Drafting work will entail preparing construction plans and details based on sketches provided by design engineers. The professional will coordinate their workload on multiple projects through the organization and communication with other cad technicians, civil designers, and project engineers locally and in other offices.

The candidate must work well as part of a design team and communicate effectively. Candidate should have a positive attitude, a high attention to detail, a desire to produce quality work, and a strong work ethic. During the interview process, the candidate may be required to participate in a short and facilitated AutoCAD or Revit skills assessment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Experience: 10+ years with a broad base in engineering design and technical support of engineering. Advanced expertise in computer operation and in CAD software. Proven ability to learn, adapt, and problem-solve to produce accurate and quality deliverables.
  • Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in BIM/CAD preferred.


At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For almost 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We've built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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