CAD Operator 1 - NGC-2256886

NGC-2256886

Work Environment: Office setting Hybrid Work:

Mon-Thurs onsite, Fridays remote Note: 2+ years

preferred of experience but open to recent

grads. Job Title: CAD Technician I Job Summary:

The CAD Technician I is an entry level drafter

responsible for producing foundational 2D

basemaps and plan sheets for drawing sets that

support our gas distribution and transmission

projects. The CAD Technician I learns Nicor Gas

drafting standards, contributes to drawing

packages, and lays the groundwork for more

complex design work. Job Requirements:

Education: • Associate degree in Drafting,

Engineering Technology, or equivalent related

field. Experience: • 2+ years preferred of drafting

experience, preferably in gas utility field

Knowledge & Skills: • Proficient with AutoCAD 2D

basics. • Ability to read and understand CAD

drawings, schematics and maps. • Familiarity

with GIS, GIS data formats (dwg, shp) and

coordinate systems. • Familiarity with other CAD

software such as Civil 3D or Inventor is a plus but

not required. Major Job Responsibilities: • Create

basemaps from GIS exports, ariel imagery,

survey data, etc. (provided data) for distribution

and transmission projects. • Create foundational

drawing sets for distribution and transmission

projects. • Apply drafting standards such as

symbols, line types, text styles and annotations

to basemap packages for internal review. •

Collaborate with engineers and senior CAD

technicians/designers to understand scope,

resolve issues and ensure accurate basemap

representation. • Assist in redline process to

ensure accuracy and compliance with DOT

standards and requirements. • Support

development and implementation of CAD

standards, drafting tools, and best practices

across the department. • Perform additional

duties and assignments as required to support

departmental and organizational objectives.