Civil 3D CAD Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Civil 3D CAD Technician to support civil engineering and utility infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of civil CAD drafting/design experience and strong hands-on proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed civil design drawings and construction plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Develop alignments, profiles, plan production, and other civil design documents.
• Convert Trimble GPS data and field notes into accurate as-built drawings.
• Prepare and maintain construction and record drawings.
• Work with survey data, coordinate systems, and projections.
• Review CAD deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with drafting standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and field personnel to identify and resolve design or data discrepancies.
• Assist with field data management, documentation, and archiving.
• Support improvements to CAD workflows and drafting processes.
• Provide informal guidance and mentoring to junior drafting staff.
• Manage assigned drafting projects independently and meet project deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of CAD drafting/design experience in a civil engineering environment.
• Strong hands-on AutoCAD Civil 3D experience – mandatory.
• Understanding of civil design principles and survey data.
• Knowledge of coordinate systems and projections.
• Experience preparing construction plans and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Drafting, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) certification.
• Experience with utility, water, pipeline, or civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with Trimble GPS and field survey data.
• Experience producing as-built/record drawings from field information.
• Experience with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Basic scripting or VBA experience.

Skills

• survey
• record
• design
• infrastructure
• data
• autocad
• construction
• 3d
• civil engineering
• cad