Bridge CAD Technician & Inspector
Department: Transportation
Reports to: Nick Kocher, PE – Bridge Senior Project Manager
Prepared by: Nick Kocher, PE
Overview
We are looking for a Bridge CAD Technician & Inspector to create design drawings for bridge projects and inspect bridges. The candidate will have the opportunity to create drawings for new and rehabilitated bridge projects of various size and scope. Additionally, the candidate will initially assist with onsite bridge inspections but, over time, will lead onsite bridge inspections.
Job Description
Duties & Requirements
- Create drawings using computer-assisted drafting (AutoCAD).
- Follow client, Department of Transportation (DOT), and internal codes and standards of practice.
- Draft and review plan sheets for bridge construction projects.
- Produce plan details (typical sections, reinforcement bar bending diagrams, reinforced concrete details, steel beam details, etc.)
- Work and coordinate with roadway, water, environmental, survey, and utility engineers.
- Assist with onsite bridge inspections, data entry, and bridge inspection reports.
- Manage bridge inspection equipment, schedule bridge inspection personnel etc.
- Eventually lead onsite bridge inspections.
Job Requirements
- Degree or education in Drafting and Design, Construction Management, Land Surveying or related field which includes coursework in CAD technology and applications; or, in lieu of degree, 3+ years of equivalent work experience with a focus on CAD bridge design work.
- Knowledge of INDOT bridge standards and guidelines is optional.
- Knowledge of INDOT bridge inspection guidelines is optional.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willing to travel for bridge inspections (day and overnight trips as required).
- Willing to eventually become an Indiana Bridge Inspection Team Leader.
