Location
Seattle, Washington, United States
Capabilities
Drafting and Design
Office Setup
Hybrid
Job ID
#42179
Industry
Transportation
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by delivering innovative solutions for the world's most complex infrastructure, environmental, and transportation projects. We are seeking an experienced Design Technology Manager to lead digital delivery initiatives and support project teams across a broad range of disciplines.
The Design Technology Manager will provide technical and operational leadership for CADD production, oversee the implementation of standards, support project delivery teams, and drive continuous improvement in design technology practices. This role partners with engineering, architecture, project management, and IT stakeholders to ensure high-quality, efficient, and consistent project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage the overall CADD strategy and digital delivery processes.
- Create and implement project execution plans.
- Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of CADD standards and workflows.
- Facilitate meetings, including CADD kickoff meetings, training workshops, and stakeholder coordination sessions.
- Deliver CADD training and provide ongoing technical support to project teams.
- Manage CADD content libraries, templates, point cloud data, and design files.
- Develop scripts and automation tools to improve workflows and increase efficiency.
- Audit CADD files for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
- Serve as a technical resource for resolving complex design and production challenges.
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Here's what you'll need
- Associates degree in Engineering Technology, Design, Architecture, or related discipline. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years of Senior level CADD experience, including experience leading teams.
- Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D, with familiarity in other digital coordination tools.
- Proven ability to lead CADD/BIM teams, manage digital deliverables, and drive innovation across large-scale transportation projects.
- Experience managing client deliverables and expectations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts quickly, clearly, and concisely for diverse audiences.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment, with a minimum of three days per week in the Seattle office.
Ideally, you'll have:
- F amiliarly with Revit, and experience with Civil 3D and Revit interoperability .
- Experience with Autodesk Forma.
- Knowledge of CADD automation tools, including Dynamo, AutoLISP, Python, or PowerShell.
- Experience supporting multidisciplinary transportation, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects.
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
118,300.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
207,100.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $118,300.00 to $207,100.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
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