Airport CAD Technician

Lochner; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Company-paid Life Insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Flexible work schedules

Education and training assistance

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Dallas seeks a skilled Civil Designer with expertise in Civil 3D CADD. The role involves drafting support for airport engineering projects such as runways and lighting. Candidates should have 4+ years of relevant experience and strong interpersonal skills. The firm promotes diversity and a collaborative work culture, with a comprehensive benefits package including flexible work options and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Civil 3D CADD experience.
• Self-motivated and able to handle a fast-paced position.
• Goal- and deadline-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide drafting support for civil design on airport engineering projects.
• Produce airport layout plans and exhibits.
• Occasional airfield construction observation and data gathering.

Skills

Civil 3D CADD experience

Knowledge of AutoDesk

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu

Project coordination

Effective communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Civil 3D

Job description

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About Lochner

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

Expectations

As a people‑centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. We hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. Collaboration is more than a buzzword – it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.

Your Impact

• Provide drafting support and assist Project Engineers with civil design focused on airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, etc.
• Produce airport layout plans and exhibits.
• Read and understand FAA Advisory Circulars.
• Read existing plans and accurately develop existing line work.
• Occasional airfield construction observation and/or data gathering in the field.

Who You Are

• 4+ years of Civil 3D CADD experience
• Knowledge of AutoDesk, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu or other PDF editing software
• Ability to coordinate multiple project tasks
• Self‑motivated and able to handle a fast‑paced position
• Goal‑ and deadline‑oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Communicates effectively with team members

Commitment

Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well‑being throughout your career.

Benefits

• Competitive premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company‑paid disability (including paid maternity leave) and life insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical expenses and/or dependent care
• Paid family leave
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible work schedules (hybrid or remote, when possible)
• Wellness program for physical and mental health
• Lochner Cares nonprofit 501(c)‑3
• Education and training assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off for charitable acts of service

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stooping, crawling, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Employer

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre‑employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre‑employment screening.

Seniorities: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Design and Engineering. Industry: Civil Engineering.

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