CAD Designer II

CAD DesignerA proficient CAD Designer is sought for a dynamic role focusing on the design of commercial kitchens and their associated buildings/structures. This position requires a blend of engineering, operational, ergonomic, and architectural expertise to create functional and aesthetically pleasing kitchen spaces. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of activities from design to project coordination, ensuring compliance with local codes and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Designing operational layouts, selecting equipment, and creating rough-in design, specification drawings, existing condition drawings, and related details.Providing guidance and technical support to junior designers, drafters, and other team members.Staying current with various concepts, practices, and procedures in CAD design.Preparing proposal drawings, documentation, 3D models, and 2D plans for new constructions and remodels for customer review.Generating as-built drawings and documentation using advanced site capturing methods, including laser scanning and point clouds.Creating detailed equipment specification drawings for operational, engineering, and manufacturing approval.Plotting drawings for project consultants, team members, owners, and stakeholders.Ensuring adherence to strict CAD drawing standards and maintaining accurate logs and database entries.Participating in team discussions for alignment on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs).Coordinating kitchen layouts with external consultants and specialists.Working with local authorities to ensure compliance with local building codes.Managing project timelines in coordination with sales teams and customers.Building and maintaining relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).Serving as a technical liaison for equipment, layouts, and operations.Developing and maintaining symbol libraries and drawing templates.Conducting quality control reviews of contracts, quotations, and drawings.Assisting in the creation of design media, visualizations, and documentation.Creating and defining rendering materials for visualizations.Assisting in developing and maintaining department SOPs and WIs.Managing workload priorities and project deadlines for self and team.Mentoring, coaching, and leading team members as required.Qualifications:Proven experience in CAD design, preferably in commercial kitchen design or a related field.Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and external parties.Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Familiarity with local building codes and industry standards.