Senior Structural CADD Designer

Michael Baker International is seeking a talented Senior Structural CADD Designer to join our Transportation & Bridge practices in the Columbia, SC area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced designer to shape impactful transportation engineering projects and mentor the next generation of CADD professionals.
About the Role
As a Senior Structural CADD Designer, you will produce detailed plans for bridges and various transportation structures using industry-leading CADD platforms such as MicroStation, GeoPak, and OpenBridge Modeler.

You'll collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, ensure best practices in design documentation, and play a key role in training and mentoring colleagues.
Key Responsibilities


* Lead project and CADD software configuration to optimize workflows and ensure compliance with production standards.


* Design, implement, and facilitate training programs for new and current CADD staff.


* Provide mentorship and technical support to drafting and engineering teams for integrated design solutions.


* Reference technical manuals to ensure adherence to company and client standards (including SCDOT), developing conceptual, preliminary, and final design documentation.


* Independently create and revise engineering drawings and plan sets in line with project specifications and design criteria.


* Review plans and drawings for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.


* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to resolve design challenges and deliver precise, coordinated deliverables.


* Identify and address errors or inconsistencies through detailed drawing evaluation.

Requirements


* High School diploma, GED, certification course, or two-year technical degree.


* 10-15+ years of CADD design experience, with a focus on Transportation Engineering, structural, and bridge detailing.


* Proficiency with MicroStation, GeoPak, and OpenBridge Modeler is essential.


* Strong verbal, analytical, and writing skills with high attention to detail.


* Experience with CADD on SCDOT transportation and bridge projects (preferred).


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

Preferred Qualifications


* Experience with 3D modeling techniques and software.


* Familiarity with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or AutoDesk Land Desktop.


* Knowledge of GIS software.


* Comprehensive understanding of drafting standards, CADD techniques, mathematics, engineering principles, and computer science fundamentals.

Compensation
The approximate compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000.

This estimate reflects the range at the time of posting; actual compensation will be determined based on education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

#LI-KR2

#LI-ONSITE

About us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, envir...