CAD Designer
CAD Designer
Summary
The CAD Designer is responsible for producing high quality, detailed and accurate design & construction documents - working on all phases of development including Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents and Construction Administration. As a contributing member of a diverse design & engineering team, the CAD designer will be responsible for inter-departmental collaboration & coordination with other designers, contractors and project managers.
Essentials
Responsible for creating wiring layout diagrams & dimensioned installation details - used by low voltage, electrical & millwork contractors - to architecturally integrate complex audiovisual, motorized shade, lighting control & building automation systems for residential and commercial projects.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design & produce low voltage wiring and conduit layout diagrams in AutoCAD
- Layout of electrical equipment and lighting control systems
- Draft sections & installation details for integrated motorized shading systems
- Calculate and communicate specified system technical requirements
- Maintain equipment spec reference guides
- Receive, edit & re-issue “redlined” drawings to accurately track changes
Expectations
- Explain construction concepts visually with consistent, graphically communicative drawings
- Operate, maintain & develop efficient CAD drafting systems and studio methods
- Execute detailed drawings & produce accurate deliverables on simultaneous projects
- Creatively contribute to ongoing project designs & adapt to changing site conditions
- Collaborative & curious design style - willing to learn new skills and niche technical systems
- Interest in research & development of architecturally integrated electronics & control systems
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting Design, or Industrial Design
- 3+ years in an architectural design, design-build, or interior custom fabrication field - with a focus on luxury residential projects & lighting design applications
- Creative and strategic problem solver; considering alternatives and ideal strategies that adjust to site conditions & technical limitations
- Organized, systematic and thorough - accurate with information and communication
- Thrives in a dynamic, collaborative team environment on multiple fast-moving projects
Language Skills
- Ability to read and interpret construction industry documents such as technical specifications, Lighting fixture data sheets, and installation procedure manuals
- Ability to read & interpret architectural construction trade documents, including MEP drawings
- Corresponds professionally with other team members via internal chat apps & external client-facing email
- Converses in architectural construction jargon with designers, contractors, electricians & technicians
- Spanish language skills are a plus