Senior CAD Designer (Water​/Wastewater​/Utilities

Senior Cad Designer (Water/Wastewater/Utilities)

CPH is a multi-disciplined engineering and architectural design firm that ranks in the nation's top 500 design firms by ENR Magazine. We are actively seeking to hire the following position in Orlando:

Senior Cad Designer (Water/Wastewater/Utilities)

The Senior Water Utilities Cad Designer is responsible for leading the design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance with codes, and alignment with project goals.

This role is typically within a civil/municipal engineering or design firm, working on projects such as water transmission pipelines, pump stations, treatment plants, sanitary sewers, tanks, and reservoirs. The Senior Cad Designer leads concept development, produces detailed technical drawings, and coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Lead design concept development to meet client needs and project objectives, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and regulatory constraints
• Create detailed technical drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other design software, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and project specs
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to integrate technical, structural, and aesthetic elements into cohesive solutions
• Oversee multidisciplinary coordination to ensure seamless design and construction integration
• Participate in design reviews and implement feedback to maintain quality and meet project goals
• Interpret building codes, safety regulations, and client requirements to ensure legal and safety compliance
• Conduct research on materials, construction techniques, and industry trends to incorporate innovative, up-to-date solutions
• Perform site visits to assess construction progress, feasibility, and design adjustments
• Generate reports based on site assessments and findings
• Calculate material quantities, cost estimates, and other data to support civil engineering and land development projects
• Coordinate construction plans across disciplines and ensure timely submission of design documents to regulatory agencies

What You'll Need:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D (often mandatory)
• Experience in water utilities design, including pipelines, pump stations, treatment facilities, and related infrastructure
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) for client and team collaboration
• Project management experience to oversee design workflows and deadlines
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• Minimum 5–10 years of specialized experience in water/wastewater Cad design
• Ability to mentor junior designers and guide design workflows

What We Offer:

• Dependent upon experience.
• CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.

CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.

About CPH:

CPH is a multi-disciplined design firm that's growing quickly across the country. Our diverse team of almost 400 individuals are the heartbeat of our company and the reason for our success. The unique contributions that people bring to our firm sets us apart and allows us to bring exceptional service to the communities and clients we serve. At CPH, we offer small company culture with a big company presence.

Founded by three visionaries in 1981, CPH has grown over 40 years to serve a long list of public and private clients across a spectrum of markets. Our comprehensive offering of services and broad reach has provided CPH the opportunity to team with clients in Building Stronger Communities Together across the nation and throughout the Caribbean. CPH is a part of the Trilon Group of companies.

Its mission is to bring together North America's best infrastructure consulting firms in a collaborative environment with a People-First focus to accelerate their ability to deliver smart and sustainable solutions to clients. Through the partnership with Trilon, CPH professionals have the opportunity to network and share best practices with a host of other professionals across the country. Our future is bright, and we need more talented professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with us!

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Stage 2:
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Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4:
Offer

Stage 5:
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