Early Career CAD Drafter

At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

About the role

We are seeking a CAD Drafter to support our environmental engineering projects by producing high-quality technical drawings and figures. This position plays a key role in transforming design concepts and field data into detailed, accurate plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D. We are seeking a candidate who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed engineering design plans and figures using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Perform drafting tasks under the direction of engineers and senior designers
• Create and modify grading plans, utility layouts, alignments, site plans, and profiles
• Generate surface models and perform earthwork analyses
• Interpret and apply survey data, field notes, and engineering markups
• Assist in developing construction drawings that comply with local, state, and federal standards
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support project estimating
• Collaborate with GIS drafters and Plant 3D designers for data integration and consistency
• Import and incorporate GPS field data and geospatial information into project drawings
• Maintain organized CAD files, templates, and project data in accordance with company standards
• Coordinate with internal teams to meet deadlines and ensure drawing accuracy

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, including tools such as surface creation, alignments, profiles, and grading
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, surveys, and specifications
• Strong attention to detail, with effective problem-solving and organizational skills

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or certificate in Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field (desired)

This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay

$45,000—$55,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Benefits

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers. We offer a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth, along with knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences.