CAD Technician

CAD Technician RCS Corporation - 4.0 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Associate of Applied Science CAD software Sketching Teamwork Driver's License Attention to detail Associate's degree Full Job Description RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a CAD Technician I in and around the Philadelphia, PA area. This is a full-time contract-to-hire Office Based assignment with our client (hybrid schedule after initial training period). This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays. Overview of YOUR role as a CAD Technician I This full-time, in-office role offers hands-on training and collaboration during the first few months. Once you're up to speed and familiar with workflows, you'll transition into a hybrid schedule, balancing remote flexibility with occasional in-office work. As a CAD Technician I, you'll play a key role in bringing engineering concepts to life, working closely with engineers and field teams to transform ideas into precise technical drawings.

Please note:

Candidates selected for this role will be required to complete an AutoCAD skills assessment. As a CAD Technician I YOU will:

• Take rough sketches or verbal instructions from engineers and convert them into detailed CAD drawings using AutoCAD
• Create construction plans, topographical profiles, and maps for gas pipeline projects
• Draft structural details, plotting profiles and cross-sections using topographical data
• Support field survey crews by gathering measurements and data needed for drawing updates
• Calculate layouts, rights-of-way, and street dimensions
• Design concrete and steel supports for both above-ground and underground pipeline systems
• Create both preliminary and final sketches throughout the project lifecycle
• Generate as-built drawings to reflect the final state of completed projects
• Revise drawings based on feedback from engineers or design coordinators
• Use survey data to produce contour and erosion control drawings
• Work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines YOU are the ideal CAD Technician I candidate if you have:
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD (required)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented with strong technical skills
• Ability to interpret rough sketches and verbal instructions from engineers
• Understanding of construction plans, profiles, and technical drawings
• Ability to work hands-on with engineers and field teams
• Willingness to complete an AutoCAD skills assessment It's a BONUS if you have:
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Design and Drafting Technology or a related field
• Experience in utility or pipeline drafting
• Experience with topographical data and survey data
• Familiarity with gas pipeline projects
• Knowledge of structural design for pipeline systems About Our CLIENT Our Client is a national engineering and consulting firm with over 3,100 professionals dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for utilities, infrastructure, and industrial clients.

Headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, and recognized as an ENR Top 20 Power Sector design firm, they bring deep expertise in power delivery, generation, renewables, telecommunications, and field services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and work-life balance, they offer comprehensive employee benefits such as flexible remote work options, generous PTO, and health and retirement plans. Their mission centers on exceeding client expectations while making a positive impact on the industries and communities they serve. Who WE Are RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals. RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.

Pay:

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance

Experience:

Utility Drafting:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)

Work Location:

In person