CAD Technician, Aviation & Airfield Design

CAD Technician, Aviation & Airfield Design

Glendale, CO

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Woolpert is hiring an Aviation CAD Technician I to join our dynamic Aviation Team in Denver, CO. This position reports to the Aviation Design Lead and is responsible for creating CAD layouts and drawings for civil airport infrastructure projects. Qualified candidates will be proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, with strong communication and design skills.

• Design and develop CAD drawings and layouts for airport infrastructure projects.
• Prepare dimensional and installation drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Review and interpret survey data in collaboration with survey analysts.
• Develop dynamic design models including points, alignments, profiles, and cross sections.
• Perform quality control checks on construction plan sets and project documentation.
• Coordinate with internal design teams, market disciplines, and external subconsultants.
• Maintain current knowledge of design software trends and support team adoption.
• Travel may be required for project coordination and site visits.
• Occasional overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.

• 0-2 years of experience in airfield design or related civil infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work proficiently with AutoCAD and Civil 3D (Civil Engineering design and documentation software) is required.
• Ability to communicate thoughts and concepts with team members.
• Strong knowledge with CAD set up using surveyor data.
• Possess knowledge of coordinate systems, cartographic layout and design techniques.
• Basic understanding of Civil engineering and design practices.
• Ability to prepare various support graphics for reports and meetings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest‑growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program:
  Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program:
  Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation:
  Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development:
  Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance:
  Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website:
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