Civil Engineering CAD Designer

CAD Designer

Brief Description
LJB Inc. is a fast-growing national engineering firm specializing in civil and structural engineering and geospatial, safety, health, and environmental services. The firm has a 50+ year history of leveraging new technologies to drive innovation and bring unique and sustainable value to our clients. We are seeking candidates to fill the position of CAD Designer to join our team in the Dallas, TX metro area.

About the Role

The CAD Designer is responsible for preparing and drafting accurate, high-quality CAD deliverables. This is an office-based position requiring a foundation in plan and graphics production, combined with a proficiency in CAD drafting and data processing. This position will include drafting efforts to support other practices and groups within LJB.

Responsibilities

• Draft and refine site, grading, drainage and utility plans, along with plan/profiles and detail sheets using Civil 3D.
• Occasionally perform cut-fill and mass balancing analysis utilizing AutoCAD Earthworks.
• Maintain and update survey point databases, surfaces, data shortcuts, profiles, and cross-sections within Civil 3D.
• Develop and manage a standardized field code library, ensuring consistent layering, symbology, and linework across all projects.
• Perform quality control checks on outgoing CAD deliverables to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• In supporting our survey department, occasionally Draft and refine topographic maps, ALTA surveys, construction staking plans, boundary plats, and as-built drawings using Civil 3D.
• Work closely with licensed engineers, project surveyors, and design/production staff, to ensure project deliverables meet applicable standards.
• Maintain organized project records, metadata, and archive structures.
• Participate in cross-office coordination meetings to align data formats, templates, and workflows.

Requirements

• CAD design experience and AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in office-based data processing.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related field (CAD production experience preferred).
• Microsoft Excel experience with advanced data manipulation and file conversion.

Skills

• Quality control and attention to detail.
• Cross-functional communication and coordination.
• Organization and project record management.

Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $20 – $36 /hr based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits: View our 2026 Benefits Summary

Why Join LJB?
At LJB, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful civil engineering and survey projects while growing your skills in a collaborative, supportive environment. Join a company known for diverse opportunities, strong core values, and a commitment to improving quality of life through engineering excellence. LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed.