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. 

Job Summary:

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.


Job Duties:
 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 technologyRead and interpret design drawingsCoordinate construction documents with client, when requestedReview constructability and feasibility of construction detailsReview shop drawings for constructability and compliance with design documentsAdvises and coordinates with CAD Manager regarding the best method for accomplishing project assignmentUtilizes office standards and concepts to develop final working drawingsUtilize office templates and standardsDirect preparation of drawings and models by other team members when requestedProvide meaningful feedback to project teams, and CAD Manager to help the CAD team improve performanceGenerate material takeoffs from 2D and 3D CAD dataField surveying and information gatheringDevelopment of CAD standards and CAD templatesResponsible for accurate and timely Project file management (CAD files, Vendor files, Emails, etc.) and dissemination of project informationCoordinate design work with other disciplines (i.e. mechanical, piping, and electrical) through proper use of reference filesMaintain client communications as requested by Project ManagerResolve complex modeling and layout issues with Clients as requestedDevelop strong working relationships with a high level of communication within the CAD team
Required Qualifications:
 Associates degree/diploma from a recognized technical school in AutoCAD, or equivalent professional work experience8+ years CAD experience in AutoCADAdvanced knowledge in “AutoCAD” and preferably “Advance Steel” or equivalent design applicationsAdvanced knowledge in 2D drafting and 3D modeling techniques
Preferred Qualifications/Characteristics:
 Maintains a positive, can-do attitude, regardless of the circumstancesAlways pitches in, gives best effort, sticks up for team members, and shares the gloryValues and respect diversity of skills and perspectives and ensure everyone plays a part in achieving successPatient, organized, thorough, a self-starter and self-motivatedContinually 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. 

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