A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
Elrod Engineering is a full-service structural engineering and consulting firm with offices in Smyrna, TN; Philadelphia, PA; and San Antonio, TX, focused on the signage industry. We provide project management, facility surveys, sign engineering, structural engineering, and related services nationwide. The firm has over 40 years of experience advancing innovative engineering strategies across a range of disciplines.
WHO YOU ARE
You are an experienced CAD designer who can take a project from concept sketch to a complete, fabrication-ready drawing set with minimal supervision. You know AutoCAD inside and out, you have produced fabrication and production drawings before, and you are comfortable working directly with engineers on structural details and redlines. We are looking for an outgoing, self-motivated CAD Designer (Level II) to join our Smyrna, TN office as we continue to grow. Your work will primarily involve project design, drafting, fabrication/production drawings, structural design, and report preparation for SignCalc and other projects. Experience in fabrication/production drawings, sign design, and structural design is a plus.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform SignCalc project work — design, drafting, and report preparation — 90% of total job Perform additional design work to support other project types as needed — 10% of total job Produce fabrication and production drawings for sign structures, supports, and related assemblies Develop and detail structural design elements in coordination with project engineers Incorporate engineer redlines and client markups accurately and on schedule Maintain drawing standards, layering, title blocks, and file organization across projects Communicate project status and flag conflicts or missing information early
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required Associate's degree in a relevant discipline 5 years of job-related CAD design and drafting experience Proficiency with AutoCAD, current release Experience in creating fabrication and production drawings Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) Preferred Design experience with residential and commercial buildings, or with signage Experience with RISA-3D finite element analysis software Prior experience in the sign industry
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally. Both internally and externally (with clients) Able to work either independently on projects or as part of a small team, depending upon the project requirements. Ability to shift focus from one task to another without loss of quality or productivity Strong attention to detail and accuracy in dimensioning, notes, and callouts Ability to manage multiple active projects and meet deadlines Willingness to take directions from engineers and incorporate feedback Team-oriented and dependable
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive base salary (based on skills and experience) plus bonuses Employer matched Simple IRA 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for Employee Health Savings Account Paid Time off & Sick Leave Paid Holidays Retirement Plan Submitting a small portfolio or sample drawing set (with any confidential client information removed) is encouraged. Elrod Engineering LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Other Information Elrod Engineering LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and safe workplace. The company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. All qualified applicants will be considered for a position. All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. The company participates in e-Verify.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Education:
Associate (Required)
Experience:
AutoCAD:
5 years (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Smyrna, TN 37167: Relocate before starting work (Required)
