Job Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced CAD Administrator (Autodesk) to manage, maintain, and optimize the Autodesk CAD environment for Australian-based engineering projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end administration of CAD builds, project setups, SQL database management for multi-user and remote environments, and maintaining custom client libraries. You will work closely with the engineering and design teams to ensure seamless technical operations and CAD workflow stability.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AWST, with 1 hour unpaid break (40 work hours per week) Location: Remote (Working with Perth, WA-based Engineering Consultancy)

Responsibilities

• CAD Build Maintenance & Administration: Perform ongoing maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting of CAD builds across all projects. Manage and develop client-specific builds, templates, and client libraries to maintain consistency with client and industry standards.
• Project Setup & Workflow Management: Oversee project setup for new engineering and design scopes, ensuring correct directory structures, standards, and configuration files are implemented. Maintain version control, standards compliance, and user access across active projects.
• Database & Multi-User System Administration: Perform SQL setup, configuration, and management for multi-user project environments. Support and optimize remote user connectivity, database synchronization, and multi-user collaboration tools.
• Software Support & System Optimization: Provide technical administration and support specifically for the core Autodesk suite: AutoCAD 3D, Advance Steel, Plant 3D, and AutoCAD Electrical. Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement system enhancements or automation scripts where applicable.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a CAD Administrator or Systems Administrator specializing in Autodesk environments.
• Deep technical knowledge and administrative capability in AutoCAD 3D, Advance Steel, Plant 3D, and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Demonstrated experience with SQL database setup, configuration, and management for multi-user and remote CAD projects.
• Proven track record in project setup, template creation, and developing client libraries/builds.
• Hands-on experience setting up and supporting remote team access and multi-site workflows.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer-Aided Design, or equivalent relevant technical experience.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage

Note

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