Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with technical support centers in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.CAD DesignerWe are looking for a CAD Designer to join our team. Possessing a diploma or higher diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Civil/ Structural or related engineering discipline and proven continuous experience of 3-5 years of experience in utilizing industry-leading CAD software to create accurate 2D and 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings as well as BIM Collaborations. Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality design solutions within tight deadlines. Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, with a strong understanding of engineering principles and technical drawing standards. Excellent problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and a dedication to continuous learning and professional development.Responsibilities Create high-quality detailed technical drawings based on designs supplied by Architects, Structural/ Civil and MEP Engineers and make modifications to existing drawings.Use a variety of CAD software programmes to create designs in 2D and 3D models for military, commercial and industrial developments. (ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, Revit etc.)Liaise with Architects, Engineers, and Designers to understand their design requirements and provide technical advice to manufacturing and construction technicians.Provide accurate, detailed and to scale drawings.Ensure drawings are compliant with statutory, industry, health and safety standards/ laws and protocols.Calculate costs and apply knowledge of materials and engineering principles to check feasibility of manufacture and construction of the product.Conduct site visits and surveys when required.Present working drawings for use in all stages of the project, tender, manufacture/construction, and installation.Produce installation and manufacturing documentation.Maintain accurate records. Skills Knowledge of engineering principles and ability to create and read technical drawings.IT skills and experience using computer-aided design software such as AutoCAD and RevitThe ability to transfer, display and manipulate your work using Microsoft Office and other programmes.Attention to detail to create accurate and detailed drawings and check other colleagues' work for accuracy and quality.Communication skills and relationship building to work with clients and other engineers and architects to understand and interpret their designs.Teamwork - essential to be able to work in a team as you'll be liaising with other CAD technicians and draughtspersons on projects.Organisation and time management to complete work to project deadlines. A flexible approach to decision making, to make changes to drawings at short notice.Mathematical skills to complete calculations and estimatesSpatial and design skills to be able to visualise projects in 2D and 3D.Problem solving, creativity and innovation to come up with solutions to design problems.Knowledge of health and safety requirements to design in line with industry standards. What to Expect You'll be mainly office-based and could spend long hours at a computer or drawing desk requiring periods of concentration.You will be working with a team of other technicians or architects, contractors, or design engineers.You'll typically have to meet designers to understand their requirements for a design. You could also be providing technical advice to designers, manufacturers on shop floors and engineers on construction sites.You may be required to visit building sites or manufacturing facilities. You could be based in a construction site office for the duration of a project.Work is project based and can involve working to tight deadlines and providing updates or changes to plans last minute. You may also be required to work on multiple projects at once. Educational Background: Diploma in Electrical engineering (Power Option)Exam: KNEC /RTI/NITA/KIBH Or TVETTraining in OSHRegistration with relevant EPRA or relevant Board Mandatory Requirements: Must hold a valid passport Must have international work experienceMust be ready to be deployed within short noticeWhy Planate? Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Professionally, Up and Down The Line. Visit our career site https://planate.com/careers/ to know more about our other openings.We'd love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!
