Airport Electrical CAD Designer
- Transportation
- Raleigh
WE ARE HIRING!
AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Airport Electrical CAD Designer to join our Aviation Team. This is an entry-level position and is based out of Raleigh, NC.
ABOUT US
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings for airport and airport-related electrical engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, navigational aids, and supporting infrastructure.
- Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks. These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions.
- Research project site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations.
- Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations under the close review of a more experienced professional.
- Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.
- Contributes to design assignments by knowing how to clearly convey the design intent to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct.
- Occasional travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EXPERIENCE: 0-2 years of experience
- EDUCATION: B.S. in Drafting and Design, Engineering Technology, or Computer Aided Design type programs. Consideration will be given to students in final year of study.
- SPECIAL SKILLS:
- Experience in CAD systems (Preferably AutoCAD Civil3D).
- Good interpersonal skills and capable of developing technical writing.
- Able to manipulate CAD drawings and backgrounds in a timely manner.
- Strong commitment to team environment dynamics with ability to contribute to multiple projects.
- Computer skills and knowledge with Microsoft Office required.
- Familiarity with airside and landside aviation projects desired.
- PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: N/A
WHY JOIN US?
AtkinsRéalis is an exciting place to Start Your Career! With a purpose to build a better world for our planet and its people, we leverage our global employee network to create valuable partnerships and deliver solutions for humanity’s toughest challenges. AtkinsRéalis promotes diversity, equity and inclusion, and our company ethos encourages collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology, and our culture. We are rapidly growing in the US, and we need energetic, passionate, and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!
WHAT WE OFFER AT ATKINSRÉALIS:
AtkinsRéalis realizes the importance of mental and physical health, personal and professional development, and holistic wellbeing. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package to aid our employees’ peace of mind in and outside of work.
As a Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:
- Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
- Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
- Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
- Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
- Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
- Additional benefits include competitive salaries; Flexible work schedules; Group Insurance; Two Floating Holidays; Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity); Pet Insurance; Retirement Savings Plan with employer match; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Employee Resources Groups supporting women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals; 2-to-1 donation match for STEAM-related educational initiatives through the AtkinsRéalis Foundation.
If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here:
https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement
Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies
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