Senior Structural CAD Technician

Company: Volkert Inc
Location: Tyler
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Structural CAD Technician to support our Southwest Region located in Texas. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar field and 10 years of prior structural drafting experience. What you’ll be doing: Provide assistance to engineers using OpenBridge Designer to create bridge detail plans and perform minor design work on bridge projects Contribute to project production sheets by adding dimensions and laying out plans, title and detail sheets on production sets of plans Prepare minor mathematical calculations and quantity calculations for roadway/bridge projects Work with engineers to develop 3D models using both Open Road Designer and Open Bridge Designer Research applicable design codes and guidelines to ensure design compliance Research design options and documents findings Coordinates assignments with project team and supervisor Perform quality control reviews of design plans and calculations Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor Be a team player and assist other groups as needed What you need to have: Associate degree from a technical or four-year school 10 years of prior experience with structural and/or roadway drafting Under 10 years experience will be evaluated if applicant has a degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar field Degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar field is preferred Familiar with Microstation and GEOPAK Familiar with TxDOT Bridge Detailing Manual and TxDOT Bridge Standards Experience in Open Road Designer is preferred Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D is a plus Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team environment Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines. If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role Valid driver’s license A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) Why Volkert? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide. Key Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, & Vision 401(k) retirement savings plan employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .” – Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer EOE- Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. LI-SD1 TX

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