CAD Designer 1Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don't just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).The CAD Designer 1 role creates accurate erection drawings that visually represent EFCO forming systems for use in sales, manufacturing, and field operations. This role supports project objectives while growing technical expertise in drafting, EFCO equipment, and engineering principles.
Key Responsibilities:
Erection Drawings (70%)Create basic erection drawings for standard and custom projects under supervision.
Ensure clarity and accuracy by following EFCO procedures, collaborating with engineers, and validating all design details.
Equipment Support (20%)Assist with equipment list setup and adjustments for assigned jobs.
Support alignment with project specs and priorities across districts through strong organizational awareness.
Learning and Development (10%)Participate in training programs and mentorship to improve product knowledge and CAD skills.
Use creativity to solve design challenges and support ongoing innovation initiatives.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Drafting coursework preferred.
Experience:
Construction or engineering experience preferred. Computer Skills: Proficiency in basic CAD software required.
Other Requirements:
Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required. Strong organizational and problem-solving ability.
Core Competencies
Technical Skills:
Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
Creativity: Generates innovative ideas and solutions to improve outcomes or processes.
Organizational Awareness: Understands the company's structure, priorities, and how decisions impact the broader business.
Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.
Direction, Planning, Organization: Sets clear objectives, aligns efforts, and manages time and resources to achieve results.
Working Arrangement:- This role will be based out of our South Holland, IL location.
- Physical Demands
- Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.
- To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Balancing - maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.: Constantly
- Repetitive Motions - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Occasionally
- Stooping – Bending at the waist: Occasionally
- Sitting/Standing – Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time: Frequently
- Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
- Walking: Frequently
- Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc.: Occasionally
- Hearing: Frequently
Talking: FrequentlyCapacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time: FrequentlyAbility to read complex documents in the English language: FrequentlyCapacity to reason and make sound decisions: FrequentlyAbility to write complex documents in the English language: FrequentlyCapacity to express thoughts orally: Frequently
Expertise in:
Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or designated worksite
Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
Benefits:- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Life and AD&D Insurance 401k Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement10 Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)EFCO Culture and SafetyAct with INTEGRITY by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace INNOVATION by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver SUPER SERVICE by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.
At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.
EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee's employment term, at the sole discretion of management.
Quality | Integrity | Innovation | Super Service
