Senior CAD Operator - Clinton, IA

Job Description

Senior CAD Operator– Clinton, IA

This is a permanent, full-time position.

Alternative work locations for this position include ADM sites in Cedar Rapids, IA or Decatur, IL.

The CAD Operator III is a senior-level CAD position. CAD Operator III creates CAD deliverables, and completes other duties as assigned. This is accomplished utilizing Project Manager & Plant direction, field data, and legacy information. Projects are assigned by the CAD Department Manager, and project tasks are carried out under the direction of the Project Manager, Responsible Design Professional (RDP), and Project Engineer.

The CAD Department Manager and Lead CAD Operators (CAD - IV) will also provide coaching and direction to this individual.

• Develop CAD deliverables and ensure that they are complete, and accurate; the deliverables include but are not limited to; 2D Drawings, 3D models, 3D detail models, 3D model extractions, PID & PFD’s, and any other CAD technology
• Read and interpret design drawings
• Coordinate construction documents with client, when requested
• Review constructability and feasibility of construction details
• Review shop drawings for constructability and compliance with design documents
• Advises and coordinates with CAD Manager regarding the best method for accomplishing project assignment
• Utilizes office standards and concepts to develop final working drawings
• Utilize office templates and standards
• Direct preparation of drawings and models by other team members when requested
• Provide meaningful feedback to project teams, and CAD Manager to help the CAD team improve performance
• Generate material takeoffs from 2D and 3D CAD data
• Field surveying and information gathering
• Development of CAD standards and CAD templates
• Responsible for accurate and timely Project file management (CAD files, Vendor files, Emails, etc.) and dissemination of project information
• Coordinate design work with other disciplines (i.e. mechanical, piping, and electrical) through proper use of reference files
• Maintain client communications as requested by Project Manager
• Resolve complex modeling and layout issues with Clients as requested
• Develop strong working relationships with a high level of communication within the CAD team

• Associates degree/diploma from a recognized technical school in AutoCAD, or equivalent professional work experience
• 8+ years CAD experience in AutoCAD
• Advanced knowledge in “AutoCAD” and preferably “Advance Steel” or equivalent design applications
• Advanced knowledge in 2D drafting and 3D modeling techniques

• Maintains a positive, can‑do attitude, regardless of the circumstances
• Always pitches in, gives best effort, sticks up for team members, and shares the glory
• Values and respects diversity of skills and perspectives and ensures everyone plays a part in achieving success
• Patient, organized, thorough, a self‑starter and self‑motivated
• Continually strives to find new and better solutions to CAD drafting and modeling challenges; not satisfied with status quo

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? Studies have shown that applicants may self “select‑out” of consideration if they do not meet all posted qualifications. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non‑exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $59,000.00 - $.

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