CAD Designer - Dayton, OH

LJB Inc.; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 84,200 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A national engineering consulting firm in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a skilled CAD Designer. The role involves preparing and drafting high-quality CAD deliverables, primarily using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in CAD production, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to work collaboratively. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $84,200 to $116,000 depending on experience. Join a team committed to excellence and diversity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience required in office-based data processing.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Draft site, grading, drainage plans using Civil 3D.
• Perform quality control checks on CAD deliverables.
• Work with engineers and project surveyors to meet standards.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

5+ years of CAD production experience

Job description

Join our team as a CAD Designer in Dayton, OH at LJB Inc.

LJB Engineering is a national, multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm with multiple business lines including Transportation, Water Resources, Geospatial and Site Design, Buildings Structure Design and Safety/Fall Protection Design/Installation. Our diverse expertise and client base allow us to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time CAD Designer position in Dayton, Ohio. The CAD Designer is responsible for preparing and drafting accurate, high-quality CAD deliverables. This is an office‑based position requiring a strong foundation in plan and graphics production, combined with a deep proficiency in CAD drafting and data processing. This position will include drafting efforts to support other practices and groups within LJB.

Pay: $84,200 – 116,000 based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefit Information: Here

CAD Designer Essential Functions

CAD Drafting & Deliverables

• Draft and refine site, grading, drainage and utility plans, along with plan/profiles and detail sheets using Civil 3D.
• Occasionally perform cut‑fill and mass balancing analysis utilizing AutoCAD Earthworks.
• Maintain and update survey point databases, surfaces, data shortcuts, profiles, and cross‑sections within Civil 3D.
• Develop and manage a standardized field code library, ensuring consistent layering, symbology, and linework across all projects.
• Perform quality control checks on outgoing CAD deliverables to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• In supporting our survey department, occasionally draft and refine topographic maps, ALTA surveys, construction staking plans, boundary plats, and as‑built drawings using Civil 3D.

Communication & Coordination

• Work closely with licensed engineers, project surveyors, design/production staff, and public agencies to ensure project deliverables meet applicable standards.
• Maintain organized project records, metadata, and archive structures.
• Participate in cross‑office coordination meetings to align data formats, templates, and workflows.

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Desire to innovate and solve difficult problems from inception to final deliverable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

CAD DESIGNER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS

• 5+ years’ experience required in office‑based data processing, and CAD production experience preferred.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience required.

Qualifications

• Senior‑level CAD design experience, including final submittal preparation and coordination with public agencies.
• Microsoft Excel – advanced data manipulation and file conversion.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing workflows and mentoring staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high‑pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self‑starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB Inc. is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an LJB Inc. employee without a current, fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team.

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