CAD TECHNICIAN II

JDS Consulting, a Raleigh-based engineering firm, is seeking individuals to join our Design, Drafting, and Engineering Department (DDE Division) on local and national projects. We are looking for an entry-level position in our Design, Drafting, and Engineering Department. Our preferred candidate will have some experience in CAD Drafting and Design. The ideal candidate will work with other drafters and designers to perform structural engineering and building design services for production home builders, custom home builders, and light commercial construction. Some of our projects have been featured on home improvement shows and have been further enjoyed by our customers for years. Who we are Our product is progress. At JDS Consulting, progress is the way we do business. Progress represents the rapid and streamlined manner in which we move clients from initial requests to final delivery. Progress represents the infrastructure improvements we make by delivering innovative yet practical solutions for every step of the life cycle. We measure progress by the value we bring to your investments, the reputation we build for excellence, and the lives we improve by creating safe, sustainable, and fulfilling spaces where people live, work, travel, and play. JDS Priorities for 2026 Employee experience & quality of life Risk management Communication & customer service Lastly financial profitability Position Summary The preferred candidate will have experience in CAD Drafting and Design. The ideal candidate will collaborate with other drafters and designers to provide structural engineering and building design services for production home builders, custom home builders, and light commercial construction projects. Ideal candidate to have an architectural design background for national, regional, and custom builders. Primary Responsibilities and Expectations

• Highly detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work with focus and care
• Interest in this field of work
• Three years of AutoCAD experience required
• Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions on simultaneous assignments
• Ability to read design drawings, maps, and sketches
• Reasonable ability to sketch concepts for graphic representation
• Reasonable ability to perform mathematical and statistical computations
• Some knowledge of the techniques, practices, methods, and procedures of building inspection
• In-field construction experience desired
• Intermediate knowledge of standard construction practices and details
• Education in related fields is desired
• Must be authorized to work in the US
• Knowledge of the techniques, practices, methods, and procedures of AutoCAD /or computer-aided design. Ability to communicate with clients verbally, orally, and timely.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Gmail, and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.
• Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multitask, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data, both internal and external
• Highly Proficient with Microsoft, Adobe Acrobat, and Google applications.
• Excellent time management skills with a high attention to detail.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects at a time and communicate with clients and managers about project status regularly An in-person or remote assessment will be required to ensure qualifications and CAD technician skills. Position is open to remote workers in the EST time zone. Benefits (After 60 Days of Employment)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 9 Paid holidays
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement, parental leave)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Bonus structure Required education Associate's or Bachelor’s degree from a U.S. accredited university in Civil or Construction Engineering or a related field. A job for which military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Apply To This Job

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