CAD Drafter

CAD Drafter

EKN Engineering is fast-growing civil engineering and technology consulting company located in Irvine, CA. To hit our growth goals, we are now hiring an experienced drafter to join our engineering team. This position will be on our permits team and focus on overhead plan views. This position will expand as needed and depending on experience may include additional drafting or design duties for civil engineering projects in commercial development. In addition to the drafting duties, you'll also be responsible for keeping company system of record up to date for progress on your assigned workload. Requires understanding of basic AutoCAD drafting of plan views, redline processing, good written and oral communications skills, and a proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Products. The ideal candidate will have the ability to multi-task, work cross-functionally and globally.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing CAD drafting support services to a technical engineering team. Works under general supervision. Work is subject to supervisory review. Reports to Project Manager or department head.
• Performs skilled drafting work in preparing preliminary and final engineering drawings, plans, maps and exhibits.
• Transforms initial rough product designs using CAD software into working documents. Reviews engineering drawing and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Must become proficient with company CAD organizational systems and standards.
• Produces finished drawings from preliminary design sketches and instruction provided by design staff.
• Produces detailed layouts from information furnished by design staff.
• Addresses plan check comments including basic plan view level comments, editing text, editing attributes, etc.
• Manipulates existing information to prepare composite exhibits and plans.
• Prepares presentation-type exhibits using proposed information from other consultants or markups from design staff.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as required such as research and construction document scans and copies.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• 1-2 years of AutoCAD experience.
• Proven work experience as a Drafter or similar role
• Knowledgeable in all architectural and structural working drawings
• As-Built field markups for conversion to CAD drawings
• Preparation of drawings to company and / or client standards
• Knowledge of state safety and structure regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree or education and training equivalent to a high school education plus two years of technical or trade school training preferred
• Experience within dry utilities, Caltrans, or railroad agencies preferred

Why Join Us:

At EKN Engineering, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and accountability and supports our employees' professional growth and personal development. Here, you’ll work with teams that push the boundaries of engineering to create solutions that enhance our communities and the environment by making utilities safer.

Benefits & Perks 

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to support your health and well-being. 

• 401(k) with Company Match – We invest in your future with a dollar-for-dollar match on contributions. 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified healthcare and dependent care expenses. 

• Exclusive Employee Discounts – Access our BenefitsHub for savings on travel, rental cars, hotels, theme parks, and more. 

• Monthly Catered Lunches & Daily Office Snacks – Enjoy a well-stocked kitchen and regular team meals to keep you fueled throughout the day. 
• Employee Engagement & Wellness – We value connection and balance. Our team enjoys a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including hiking outings, summer BBQs, sports games, holiday celebrations, and dedicated team-building days. 
• JOYA Health Membership – Access to over $1,000 in annual skin health and wellness benefits, including complimentary facials or peels, aesthetic service credits, priority skin cancer screenings, teledermatology services, and discounts on skincare products. 
• Wellness Perks & Support Programs – Access a variety of wellness resources including discounted gym memberships through One Pass, mental health and self-care tools via AbleTo and Calm, and monthly rewards for healthy activities through Rally.

Public Warning: Recruitment Phishing Scam Impersonating EKN Engineering

EKN Engineering has become aware of a phishing scheme targeting individuals with fraudulent interview requests and job offers. EKN’s secure IT systems and private applicant information have not been compromised; scammers are impersonating EKN employees, using the company name and branding to mislead and engage potential job seekers in fake recruitment processes. Scammers might reference real job openings or describe fake opportunities that generally match individuals’ professional backgrounds, with the goal of establishing communication and eventually obtaining private financial information to defraud people. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Federal Trade Commission warn that employment scams such as this are a growing cyber threat. EKN urges anyone who is contacted about employment opportunities to exercise caution and know that:

• All communication from EKN Engineering will be from an EKN employee using the @eknengineering.com email domain. We do not use third-party recruiters.
• EKN Engineering recruiters will only schedule interviews for candidates who have applied for a position through our secure portal.
• No corporate or IT systems at EKN are affected by this scam. The scammers are using EKN’s logo and employee names to impersonate the company.
• You can directly contact us at TalentAcquisition@eknengineering.com with any questions or concerns.

EKN is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community. We caution individuals to be vigilant in protecting personal data and vetting communication with new contacts from any company. Do not respond or provide any personal information if contacted by someone claiming to represent a company to which you did not submit a job application or profile. This scam can be perpetrated against any business and individuals who recognize and trust its name.

For information on EKN recruitment practices and policies, please visit our career page or email TalentAcquisition@eknengineering.com. To report a scam, visit: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov//.