Civil Cad Technician

Pay: $32.50-$45.00/hr | Long-Term Career Growth | Dedicated CAD Department

Are you a Civil CAD professional looking for an opportunity to grow your technical skills, work on meaningful infrastructure projects, and build a long-term career? A growing civil engineering consulting firm is seeking a Civil CAD Drafter / Designer to support the design of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced engineers, project managers, and CAD professionals to develop construction plans, design exhibits, and technical drawings that help communities maintain and improve critical infrastructure.

Whether you're an experienced CAD drafter looking to expand your design responsibilities or a Civil 3D professional seeking long-term career growth, this role offers mentorship, training, and the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in municipal infrastructure design. What makes this opportunity unique is that you'll be part of a dedicated CAD and design department led by experienced CAD professionals. Rather than being managed exclusively by engineers, you'll have access to technical mentors, ongoing training, and a career path specifically focused on developing your design expertise.

Build a Career in Essential Infrastructure Water and wastewater systems are critical to every community. As municipalities continue investing in infrastructure improvements, demand for skilled Civil 3D professionals remains strong. This role offers stable, long-term career growth while allowing you to work on projects that positively impact local communities. Dedicated CAD Leadership & Mentorship You'll work with in an established CAD department that prioritizes technical development, training, and career progression.

Every team member is paired with a mentor to support professional growth and help build specialized design expertise. Continuous Learning & Advancement Whether you're already experienced in municipal design or looking to expand your knowledge, you'll gain exposure to water and wastewater infrastructure while strengthening your Civil 3D and design capabilities.

• Prepare civil engineering construction drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Develop plan sheets, profiles, details, and design exhibits
• Create report figures and project graphics
• Assist with quantity take-offs and design support activities
• Support engineers and project managers throughout the design process
• Coordinate with project teams to develop high-quality construction documents
• Participate in occasional field visits for site verification and data collection
• Contribute to a collaborative and team-oriented design environment

• 2+ years of experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D in a professional setting
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Experience preparing civil construction plans and design documents

• Experience supporting civil engineering design projects
• Municipal, utility, transportation, land development, or water/wastewater project experience
• Associate's Degree in Drafting & Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field

• Dedicated technical mentor
• Strong focus on training and professional development
• Regular performance feedback and coaching
• Annual compensation reviews
• Opportunities to develop specialized Civil 3D expertise
• Exposure to a stable and growing infrastructure market
• Opportunity to work on projects that directly impact local communities
• Collaborative team environment that values CAD and design professionals
• Mix of office-based work and occasional field exposure

$32.50 - $45.00 per hour Compensation is based on experience, Civil 3D proficiency, and relevant industry experience.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN.

The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $45.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits…