CAD Engineer
RailWorks Corporation
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: New York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $62,000 - $83,200 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Create and revise design drawings and 3D models for rail-transit infrastructure projects.
- Translate engineering sketches, specifications, and calculations into detailed technical documents.
- Ensure all drawings and models meet applicable industry standards, codes, and regulations.
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field staff to support design development and problem-solving.
- Maintain organized digital drawing files, records, and supporting documentation.
- Assist in developing bills of materials and parts lists based on design documents.
- Participate in design and constructability reviews; provide technical input and clarification as needed.
- Troubleshoot and resolve CAD-related issues efficiently.
- Stay informed on emerging CAD technologies and industry best practices.
- Support field surveys and installations as required by project phases.
Requirements
- Certification in CAD/Drafting (or equivalent experience/education)
- 5+ years of experience using AutoCAD design software
- Familiar with CAD software such as Bentley/MicroStation, REVIT, SolidWorks, or similar platforms
- Understanding of technical drawings and blueprint interpretation
- Knowledgeable in engineering and construction industry standards, materials, and regulations
- Familiar with project management and design workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Procore
- Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Highly organized with strong time management capabilities
- Physically able to navigate construction sites (standing, climbing, stooping, crouching)
- Willingness to work outdoors and conduct field surveys
- Comfortable in all weather conditions and high-noise environments
Benefits
- Local Union #3 Pension (after 5 years)
- IBEW Pension (after 5 years)
- NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
- Medical, Dental, and Health Reimbursement coverage
- Educational and Cultural Fund
- Deferred salary and annuity fund plans
- Social Security Payback
- Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)
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Hard skills
CADAutoCADBentleyMicroStationREVITSolidWorkstechnical drawingsblueprint interpretationbills of materialstroubleshooting
Soft skills
analytical skillsattention to detaileffective communicationcollaborationorganizationtime management
Certifications
CAD/Drafting certification