Senior Structural CADD Designer
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Salary$80k – $110k
LocationColumbia, SC, United States
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10–15 yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
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High School Diploma, GED, certification program, or two-year technical degree
10-15+ years of CADD design experience focused on transportation engineering, structural design, or bridge detailing
Proficiency with MicroStation, GeoPak, and OpenBridge Modeler
Experience preparing plans and design documentation for transportation and bridge projects
Strong knowledge of drafting standards, CADD techniques, and engineering documentation practices
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills
High attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
Lead project and CADD software configuration to improve workflows and maintain production standards
Develop and deliver training programs for new and current CADD staff
Mentor and provide technical support to designers and engineers
Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and final design documentation using company and client standards, including SCDOT requirements
Independently create and revise engineering drawings and plan sets
Review drawings and plans for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements
Collaborate with structural, roadway, drainage, and other engineering teams to resolve design challenges
Identify and correct errors, omissions, and inconsistencies through detailed drawing reviews
Support transportation and bridge projects from planning through final design
Experience supporting SCDOT transportation and bridge projects preferred
Experience with 3D modeling techniques and software preferred
Familiarity with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or AutoDesk Land Desktop preferred
Working knowledge of GIS software preferred
Experience training or mentoring junior CADD staff preferred
Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skills
MicroStation
GeoPak
OpenBridge Modeler
Microsoft Office 365
AutoDesk Civil 3D
AutoDesk Land Desktop
GIS
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Professional development
Paid time off
Commuter benefits
Wellness benefits
What We’re Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Structural CADD Designer to join our transportation team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced designer to contribute to impactful transportation and bridge projects while mentoring the next generation of CADD professionals.
In this role, you will develop detailed plans for bridges and transportation structures using industry-leading CADD platforms. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, support project delivery, promote design documentation best practices, and provide training and mentorship to CADD staff.
What You’ll Do:
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Lead project and CADD software configuration to improve workflows and maintain production standards.
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Develop and deliver training programs for new and current CADD staff.
•
Mentor and provide technical support to designers and engineers.
•
Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and final design documentation using company and client standards, including SCDOT requirements.
•
Independently create and revise engineering drawings and plan sets.
•
Review drawings and plans for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
•
Collaborate with structural, roadway, drainage, and other engineering teams to resolve design challenges.
•
Identify and correct errors, omissions, and inconsistencies through detailed drawing reviews.
•
Support transportation and bridge projects from planning through final design.
What You Need to Succeed:
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High School Diploma, GED, certification program, or two-year technical degree.
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10-15+ years of CADD design experience focused on transportation engineering, structural design, or bridge detailing.
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Proficiency with MicroStation, GeoPak, and OpenBridge Modeler.
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Experience preparing plans and design documentation for transportation and bridge projects.
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Strong knowledge of drafting standards, CADD techniques, and engineering documentation practices.
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Strong verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills.
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High attention to detail.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
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Experience supporting SCDOT transportation and bridge projects preferred.
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Experience with 3D modeling techniques and software preferred.
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Familiarity with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or AutoDesk Land Desktop preferred.
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Working knowledge of GIS software preferred.
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Experience training or mentoring junior CADD staff preferred.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
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Medical, dental, vision insurance
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401k Retirement Plan
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
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Professional and personal development
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Generous paid time off
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Commuter and wellness benefits
About the company
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Legal
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Hiring process
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
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