GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering, planning and design services to our clients since 1961.  We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated people and are proud to be recognized as a 2023 Top Workplace. 

GRAEF is more than just a business.  We are a committed employer and community member.  We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships; we embody values that speak to loyalty, service, quality and integrity; and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way. We’re looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence, it's all about relationships!

We have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Technician in our Infrastructure Group in our Sarasota, FL office.  Our CAD Technician will assist engineers and designers with preparation of construction plans for municipal, county and private development projects. If you are looking for the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects, have the satisfaction and security of working at a 100% employee-owned firm, then GRAEF is the place for you!

In order to be considered for our Infrastructure CAD Technician position, we are seeking candidates who possess the following basic qualifications: 

• An Associate's degree in CAD Drafting/Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of related CAD experience related to coastal engineering projects such as seawall design, beach nourishment, coastal structures, coastal restoration, drainage and flood control, and coastal impact assessments.
• Proficient in Civil3D.  Experience with 3D modeling and surfaces is desired.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat highly preferred, along with survey data processing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Enjoy responsibilities like:

• Leading the CAD drafting and modeling of site civil, coastal, and land development projects in the FL region.
• Assist projects teams in meeting schedules and deadlines.
• Adherence to CAD standards and aid in the development of implementing GRAEF CAD and design standards and workflows.
• Production of construction documents to include permit drawings, presentation graphics, and as-built surveys.
• Mentoring other Technicians.
• Reviewing new technology for use at GRAEF.

 Why GRAEF?  We are proud to offer you a complete benefit package to include: 

• Relocation Assistance
• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Exciting coastal community with year-round activities and events such as golf, boating, fishing and more
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

 An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets