Design Technician

Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings.

Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements.

Develop plans and estimate costs for installation of systems, utilization of facilities, or construction of structures.

Inspect project site and evaluate contractor work to detect design malfunctions and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes.

Negotiate prices for new contracts or for modifications to existing contracts with contractors.

Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites.

Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects and to ensure conformance to specifications.

Evaluate facility to determine suitability for occupancy and square footage availability.

Confer with supervisor to determine project details such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions.

Develop project budgets by estimating the cost of project activities.

Prepare reports and document project activities and data.

Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities using calculator or computer.

Report maintenance problems occurring at project site to supervisor and negotiate changes to resolve system conflicts.

Conduct materials test and analysis using tools and equipment and applying engineering knowledge.