Sr. CAD Technician

Company Description

Archnetix is a premier provider of Building Information Modeling (BIM) services, dedicated to transforming the construction and architecture landscape in the United States. Our headquarters in Dubai, UAE serves as the hub of innovation and expertise, where our team of highly skilled professionals crafts cutting-edge solutions to meet the dynamic needs of the construction industry.

Role Description

Archnetix Private Limited is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Scan to CAD Technicians to join our growing team in Ujjain. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, modifying, and managing 2D and 3D drawings using CAD software, often in conjunction with BIM models. This role requires a strong understanding of drafting principles, adherence to CAD/BIM standards, and the ability to produce accurate and high-quality technical documentation for various architectural, structural, and MEP projects.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Drafting & Detailing:

• Produce accurate 2D drawings (plans, sections, elevations, details) from sketches, red-lined markups, point cloud, or existing BIM models using AutoCAD.
• Create and modify CAD drawings to support BIM coordination and deliverables.
• Ensure all drawings comply with company standards, project specifications, and industry best practices.

CAD to BIM Conversion & Integration:

• Assist in converting 2D CAD drawings into 3D BIM elements and models in Revit.
• Integrate CAD data into Revit models, ensuring proper scaling, alignment, and layering.
• Clean and prepare CAD files for import into BIM software.

Documentation & Deliverables:

• Generate CAD drawings from point cloud.
• Prepare drawing sets for various project phases.
• Manage drawing revisions and maintain accurate drawing registers.
• Assist in plotting, publishing, and archiving project documentation.

Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC):

• Perform self-QA/QC checks on all drafted work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to drafting and BIM standards.
• Identify and resolve drawing inconsistencies or errors.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with BIM Modelers, Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers to understand project requirements and deliver accurate drawings.
• Communicate technical information clearly and effectively.

Standard Adherence:

• Strictly adhere to company CAD standards, layering conventions, plotting styles, and BIM Execution Plans (BEP).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Diploma or ITI in Civil Drafting, Mechanical Drafting, Architectural Drafting, or a related technical field. A Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in CAD drafting within the AEC industry, with exposure to BIM workflows.

Software Proficiency (Mandatory):

• Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD (2D and basic 3D).
• Experience in Point Cloud to CAD conversion is a deal-breaker.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Revit (for viewing, navigating, and understanding BIM models, and potentially for basic modeling tasks or documentation extraction).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of drafting principles, orthographic projections, and isometric views.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Knowledge of CAD standards and layering conventions.
• Basic understanding of BIM concepts and their application in project delivery.

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and precision.
• Strong spatial reasoning and visualization skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.