Senior CAD Designer

RRC is seeking a talented Senior CAD Designer to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Austin/Round Rock Texas office. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES

Must understand and personify RRC’s core values:

• • Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
  • Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
  • Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the transformation of conceptual designs into detailed, high-quality working documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS tools.
• Oversee the development of preliminary layouts and detailed final designs, ensuring integration with engineering notes, sketches, survey base maps, shapefiles, topographic and planimetric mapping, and using Vehicle Tracking.
• Spearhead the preparation and execution of civil construction plans for wind and solar energy projects. This includes site layouts, roadway alignments, profiles, cross sections, drainage designs, complex grading schemes, erosion control, and detailed construction specifications.
• Conduct thorough reviews of drawings and project deliverables to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements and industry best practices.
• Serve as a senior point of contact and coordinate closely with project management and engineering teams to align efforts, manage expectations, and drive project milestones to completion.
• Implement and maintain document control systems. Ensure that all revisions and project-related information are systematically organized by team members and easily accessible.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects, and the ability to pivot quickly in response to changing project needs and timelines.
• Create a collaborative environment within multi-disciplinary teams. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff.
• Utilize advanced Civil 3D capabilities, including surface and corridor creation, pipe networks, grading tools, and Sheet Set Manager procedures.
• Develop, implement, and adhere to advanced CAD standards and structured programs to streamline design processes and reduce design time.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excel in verbal and written communication, presenting technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• 5-7 years of high-level experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS tools with a demonstrated track record of leading and delivering complex civil design projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Drafting/Design, or in a related field. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Civil 3D project organization, advanced drawing structures, and adherence to CAD industry standards, and GIS tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in Renewable Energy and/or Oil and Gas is a plus.
• Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Attention to detail with an ability to manage multiple complex tasks concurrently.

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.

No recruiters or staffing firms please.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.