CAD Operator - Dubois, United States - GAI Consultants

Description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Cad Operator. The ideal candidate has good analytical thinking, problem-solving techniques, computer-aided drafting (CAD) experience, and excellent communication skills. This position is a hybrid work location out of one of the Pittsburgh, PA, Dubois, PA, or Jackson, MI offices. If the successful candidate has prior distribution design experience the candidate may be considered for a fully remote work location. This position reports out of our Distribution group.

• Under supervision, design and permit distribution lines, including drawing preparation, bill of materials development, material ordering, and conducting field visits.
• Under supervision, conduct field visits and use information to create drawings.
• Under supervision, utilize various software to create overhead and underground electrical distribution designs.
• Follow local utility and construction standards.
• Ability to learn, retain and apply on the job training and use design software packages efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively in design teams.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Required

• Two-year Associate degree in an applicable technical discipline or applicable distribution design experience

Preferred

• CAD certificate

Experience Required

• Less than 2 years: Experience in Design and/or CADD.
• Understanding of AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or related drafting software.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software packages efficiently.
• Ability to retain and apply on the job training.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with MS Office software.
• Must be detail-oriented and maintain professionalism. We provide a "Client First" approach to all interactions.
• Strong organizational skills a must.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Driver's License

Why GAI:

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Sign-on bonus
• Remote/hybrid options
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications
Education Associates of Drafting (required)
Experience Understanding of AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or related drafting software (required)
2 years: Experience in Design and/or CAAD (required)
Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required)
Skills

Computer (required)

Critical Thinking (required)

MS Office Suite (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)