Drafter
Job in
Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35203, USA
Listed on 2026-08-13
Listing for:
Apex Systems
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Drafter Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented Drafter to support surveying, engineering, and land development projects through the preparation of accurate technical drawings and documentation. This role will collaborate with field and office teams to develop survey plats, right-of-way exhibits, and related mapping products while ensuring adherence to project standards and requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain CAD drawings for survey-related projects, including right-of-way, boundary, topographic, and utility corridor mapping.
- Draft and interpret legal land descriptions, including metes and bounds and centerline descriptions.
- Support field survey crews by processing survey data and incorporating findings into project deliverables.
- Research existing survey records, property information, plats, deeds, and other land-related documentation.
- Coordinate with local, county, and state agencies to obtain right-of-way and property information.
- Assist in the preparation, review, and distribution of completed project documentation.
- Maintain organized project files and ensure accuracy of drafting deliverables.
- Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, project managers, and other stakeholders to support project objectives.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Drafting, Design Technology, Surveying, or a related field preferred.
- 2-5 years of drafting experience, preferably supporting survey, civil, utility, or land development projects.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
- Experience interpreting survey data, legal descriptions, and land records.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Preferred Experience:
- Utility, transmission, energy, or infrastructure project experience.
- Familiarity with right-of-way mapping, surveying concepts, and property research.
- Experience supporting multidisciplinary project teams in a fast-paced environment.
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