CAD Designer - Land Development

Atwell, LLC; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Bonuses & recognition programs

401K match

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a skilled CAD designer to support design staff with drafting practices and procedures for residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects in Cary, NC. You will use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce site layout, grading, and utility plans while reviewing survey data and related documents.

Responsibilities include editing plans per agency and client revisions, and coordinating with Project Managers to keep projects on track and within Atwell standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 5+ years of design experience in Residential, Commercial or Industrial Land Development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for design staff regarding drafting practices and procedures.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software to complete assignments on time and within Atwell standards.
• Produce site drawings including soil erosion plans, site layout, grading, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer plans, construction layout, and construction staking.
• Review project survey data to analyze existing site conditions and factors to consider for development including ALTA Surveys, easement documents, and condo documents.
• Edit and modify plans as revised by agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed.
• Communicate with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status to meet chargeability goals.

Skills

Drafting practices

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Survey data interpretation

Plan modification

Communication with PMs

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLCis a proud recipient of the following 2025awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource for design staff as it pertains to drafting practices and procedures.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software packages to complete assignments on time and within Atwell standards.
• Produce various drawings specific to projects including soil erosion plans, site layout, grading, storm sewer, water, sanitary sewer plans, construction layout, and construction staking.
• Review project survey data to analyze existing site conditions and factors to consider for development including but not limited to legal descriptions, ALTA Surveys, easement documents, and condo documents.
• Complete edits and modify plans as revised by agencies, municipalities, and clients as directed.
• Communicate with Project Managers and Team Leaders on workflow status in order to meet chargeability goals.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Required
• 5+ years of previous design experience within Residential, Commercial or Industrial Land Development Required

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Atwell Benefits:

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services