Civil CAD Designer Drafter - Transportation

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Job Description:

Civil CAD  Designer – Road & Highway – Atlanta, Georgia

Opportunity:

Parsons is now hiring a Designer/Drafter for our rapidly expanding transportation project portfolio to work on design of road and highway projects in our Atlanta – Sandy Springs, Georgia office. This position can be hired at a more experienced level as well.

In this role you will perform basic to moderately-difficult design/drafting assignments requiring a working knowledge of design/drafting standards, practices, and techniques. Our Designers understand the materials and methods normally used within the assigned discipline. This is a full-time role with excellent benefits. Also, this is an office-based role at our Sandy Springs, GA office.

Responsibilities:

• Utilizes MicroStation to prepare engineering drawings consisting of basic arrangements, layouts, cut sheets, details, etc., according to established standards and procedures.
• Ensures drawings comply with GDOT EDG and PPG and other drafting standards.
• Compiles data and performs dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.   
• Understands how to read orthographic (2D) and/or isometric (3D) designs and construction drawings for road, highway and bridge projects.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
• Develops roadway and highway design plans, including horizontal/vertical alignments, drainage and pavement marking.
• Assists in preparing design submittals to clients like GDOT.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 2-year technical degree or certificate of completion from an accredited designer/drafter course (or equivalent) is preferred
• 2 years or more of relevant experience with civil and road/highway design projects
• PC literacy, working knowledge of MicroStation. Working knowledge of other computer software used to complete design assignments. Working knowledge of Bentley ProjectWise is preferred.
• Knowledge of Georgia DOT Plan Presentation Guidelines and Electronic Data Guidelines is preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $22.93 - $40.14We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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