Computer Aided Drafting Technician

EMA, Inc. • Tucson, AZ, US • 1w ago

Description

This role is anticipated to be a six-month assignment. The exact time limit of the assignment may depend on need and workload as well as the understanding that the parties’ at-will relationship may result in either party terminating the relationship at any time.

Full-time hours with eligibility for benefits.

The role is onsite working out of the Tucson, AZ office.

What You Will Be Doing:

EMA is seeking a CAD (Computer-Aided Design) technician who can play a crucial role in assisting project teams develop engineering drawings for our municipal water and wastewater clients and help establish and manage our internal AutoCAD standards. Additionally, you will:

Manage EMA’s AutoCAD licenses
Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate EMA staff on CAD software functionalities, best practices, and techniques to optimize productivity
Develop customized CAD objects, including developing custom features, templates, and libraries
Collaborate with the controls engineering team to develop AI-driven auto-generation of CAD deliverables (electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams) by identifying standardized patterns across existing project libraries and translating them into repeatable, template-based workflows
Stay updated on the latest developments, trends, and advancements in CAD technology to provide informed recommendations and insights to EMA
Learning new and additional skills so you can contribute to projects and/or tasks that don’t have a CAD component

Who You Are:

We’re looking for a technical professional based in Tucson, AZ who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality design documents that support real-world infrastructure projects. You understand that great CAD work is more than drafting, it’s about translating engineering vision into clear, buildable solutions. You thrive in a collaborative consulting environment and enjoy working alongside engineers, project managers, and clients to bring projects to life. You balance precision with efficiency and are comfortable managing multiple priorities without sacrificing quality. You take ownership of your work and understand how your contributions directly support project success and client satisfaction.

Who We Are:

EMA, Inc. is an employee-owned consulting firm focused on the municipal water and wastewater sector. We work together with our clients on innovative engineering, technology, and management solutions to help lower costs, increase productivity, improve customer service, and maximize return on investment for utilities and communities. We strengthen people and organizations, streamline and improve processes and help deliver more value through leading edge information technologies and high-quality data.

Requirements

EMA values curiosity, collaboration, and practical problem solving. We recognize that expertise develops through many paths. If your experience aligns with the intent of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every listed qualification.

Associate degree in Computer-Aided Design and 2 years of coursework, internship, or entry-level experience related to CAD.
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical and AutoCAD P&ID experience a plus)
A solid understanding of drafting standards, layering, and file organization
The ability to interpret engineering markups and apply them accurately
Comfortable working within project schedules and deadlines
Strong communication skills and responsiveness to feedback
Project execution experience is desirable, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and deliver results within budget constraints
Experience with electrical and control system designs strongly preferred

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