Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

We are seeking a motivated CAD Technician Intern to join our civil engineering team. This position gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting roadway, railway, site development, and other civil engineering projects. Working alongside engineers, designers, and project managers, the intern will help develop technical drawings, plans, and design deliverables using industry-leading design software.

This role is ideal for students pursuing an associate degree in drafting & design technology, civil engineering technology, or a related technical program who want to build a career in the civil engineering industry.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and design staff with the preparation and modification of civil engineering technical drawings and models.
• Create, update, and maintain CAD files, 3D models, plan sheets, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Support the development of roadway, railway, drainage, utility, and site design plans.
• Utilize CAD software to produce accurate and organized project deliverables.
• Perform drafting tasks based on sketches, markups, design calculations, and engineering standards.
• Assist with file management, plan production, and quality control reviews.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure design documents are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Learn and apply company drafting standards, CAD procedures, and industry best practices.
• Participate in team meetings and gain exposure to engineering design processes and project development.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a two-year Drafting & Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or related technical program.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk and/or Bentley CAD software and computer-aided drafting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret technical information and follow design standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Interest in pursuing a career within the civil engineering industry.
• Experience with Bentley’sMicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.
• Familiarity with Bentley design technology such as: OpenBridge Modeler, OpenRail Designer, ProjectWise, Bentley Infrastructure Cloud
• Exposure to survey, roadway, railway, drainage, utility, or site design concepts.
• Previous internship, coursework, or project experience involving architectural and civil engineering drafting.

Learning Opportunities

As a CAD Technician Intern/Co-op, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain real-world experience supporting active civil engineering projects.
• Learn industry-standard CAD and modeling workflows.
• Develop technical skills using CAD software and related design technology.
• Work alongside experienced engineers, designers, and CAD professionals.
• Build a strong foundation for a career in civil engineering design..

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods. Occasionally working in conditions that require extended periods of standing and/or walking.
• Ability to occasionally attend project meetings, site visits, or field reviews as needed.
• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor situations with varying temperatures and weather conditions.

This is a non-exempt position. The hourly rate is $18 - $19 per hour.

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Performance bonuses

• 401(k) with matching contribution

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• Comprehensive health & well-being plans

• Financial wellness plans

• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits pagefor all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars

• Leadership training

• Lunch & learn development sessions

• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

• Mentorship opportunities

• Award-winning internship program

• Employee recognition

• And so much more!

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