Associate Engineering Technician - CAD

Associate Engineering Technician – CAD
Are you eager to work on diverse construction and engineering projects? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated Associate Engineering Technician eager to tackle a wide range of projects using CAD software. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.

What’s in it for you?
We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings challenges and opportunities. As one of our engineering technicians, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally and make a real impact on the communities where our clients live and work. We take pride in delivering exceptional service and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of talented professionals who bring passion to their craft.

Where you’ll work
The position is based in our Cedar Rapids, Iowa, office. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

GO BEYOND THE JOB AD: Uncover projects that ignite your passion. Civil Engineering - Fehr Graham.

What you’ll do
As an Associate Engineering Technician, you will support the engineering functions of the firm. You will also:

» Prepare detailed engineering drawings, plans, exhibits and graphics using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

» Assist project engineers and senior designers with drafting for roadway, utility, grading, site development and transportation projects.

» Incorporate redlines, design challenges and quality control corrections into plans.

» Set up sheets, perform basic design layouts, and follow drafting standards and templates.

» Organize files, maintain drawing documentation and assist with deliverable coordination.

» Support design teams with data entry, quantity takeoffs, exhibits and presentation materials.

» Collaborate with engineering, surveying and construction teams to ensure accurate drawings.

» Assist with occasional field verifications or site documentation.

» Participate in project meetings and support multidisciplinary collaboration.

An associate degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology or related field from a technical college or institution is preferred. Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D in professional or academic settings is strongly preferred. You should also:

» Understand civil engineering drawings, roadway design, grading and utility plans.

» Have strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and manage drawing files.

» Be able to learn quickly and follow established drafting standards.

» Have strong communication and teamwork skills.

» Be motivated to grow in a consulting environment.

What you’ll get
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

» Medical/life/disability insurance.

» 401K profit-sharing plan.

» Paid time off.

» An awesome work environment.

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website.

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We may use AI-powered tools to support administrative aspects of recruiting, including sourcing support and note-taking. These tools do not evaluate candidates or influence screening, interview, or hiring decisions. Every candidate is reviewed and assessed by human recruiters and hiring managers.

#LI-MH1