Intern, CAD Drafting

Gain real-world work experience as an intern at Contech Engineered Solutions

As an intern with our Structural Steel Design team, you will learn:

• Design and Drafting:
  Utilize custom programs to independently create detailed drawings and, when necessary, bills of material for the manufacture and installation of our products.
• Critical Dimensions:
  Review design information, site plans, and manuals to determine critical dimensions for designs.
• Software Expertise:
  Utilize applications such as Tekla, AutoCAD, and Excel to complete drawings within project deadlines.
• Collaboration:
  
  Submit and review drawings with peers as needed. Collaborate with the design staff to determine design requirements, modifications, and resolve issues.
• Quality Assurance:
  Efficiently produce accurate drawings for review and approval by the design staff.
• Project Prioritization:
  Prioritize assigned projects based on due dates.
• Standardization:
  Develop and maintain standard and custom details for all product families.
• Communication:
  Serve as an interface between commercial operations, fabrication plant managers, customer service representatives, and structural engineers when necessary.
• Field Visits:
  Occasionally visit manufacturing facilities or product installation sites.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering, or AutoCAD.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret site plans, with knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the civil engineering field.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in current versions of AutoCAD, Solid Works, Tekla or related programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent mathematical skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changes, delays, and unexpected events.
• Strong ability to read and interpret documents, technical manuals, site plans, and engineering concepts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

If you are an aspiring drafting professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision and collaboration, we encourage you to apply for the Structural Steel Design internship.