CAD Civil Technician

The Role: The CAD Civil Technician is responsible for producing detailed civil design drawings, plan sets, and documentation for transportation, site development, utility, and public infrastructure projects. With more than 10 years of experience, the ideal candidate will bring expert-level drafting skills, strong technical knowledge of civil engineering practices, and the ability to mentor junior CAD staff while supporting a variety of project types.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Prepare detailed drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar platforms)
  • Create plan and profile sheets, cross sections, grading, utility layouts, and alignments for civil and transportation projects
  • Support engineering staff in the preparation of roadway, site, drainage, and utility design plans
  • Review, interpret, and apply civil design standards and codes to drafting work
  • Assist in quantity takeoffs and support development of cost estimates and specifications
  • Coordinate and collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members to ensure accuracy and consistency across plan sets
  • Organize and maintain drawing files in accordance with project and company standards
  • Provide mentorship and quality review for junior CAD technicians and drafters

What You Bring to the Team:

  • 10+ years of experience as a CAD Technician or Designer in civil engineering
  • High proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surfaces, alignments, corridors, grading, and pipe networks
  • Strong understanding of civil and transportation engineering principles and plan preparation practices
  • Experience producing plan sets for roadway, drainage, utility, and site development projects
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to work independently and within a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, CAD Technology, or related field
  • Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer a plus
  • Familiarity with ODOT, municipal, or federal design standards
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and with external clients or agencies

Physical Requirements:

  • Sit/stand at a desk or computer
  • Walk, stoop, stand and move around job sites
  • Travel and occasional site visits requiring stooping, standing, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
  • Frequent communication via phone, video, or in-person meetings
  • Ability to focus on digital and paper-based information for extended periods
  • Some project-based travel may be required