CAD Designer – Site Development with Mentorship

BGE Inc. Campus Recruiting; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Bonus Compensation

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Job summary

BGE, Inc. is seeking a dedicated CAD Designer to support civil site design for commercial, retail, and mixed‑use projects.

You will prepare code‑compliant plans and construction documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, collaborating with engineers and project managers to deliver high‑quality site layouts and utility plans. The role focuses on grading, drainage, access improvements, and building orientation to meet project goals, codes, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in CAD/Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
• Experience in site development or civil site design drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience preferred.
• Experience preparing site plans, grading and drainage plans, utility layouts, and related civil design documents.
• Working knowledge of zoning requirements, permitting considerations, and local design standards.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to review work for accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary layouts, detailed design drawings, and construction documents for civil site design projects using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Develop and coordinate site plans, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, erosion control plans, storm and sewer profiles, and related drawing packages.
• Design grading and drainage systems to direct stormwater safely and protect sites from flooding.
• Support access and circulation design for roadways, drive aisles, parking lots, sidewalks, and pedestrian connections.
• Assist with building orientation and site layout to support project goals like functionality and sunlight exposure.
• Coordinate utility connections and ensure compliance with project requirements and agency standards.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and constructability; maintain design consistency across revisions.
• Organize and maintain project files, plot files, and documentation.

Skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in CAD/Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

BGE, Inc. is seeking a dedicated CAD Designer to support civil site design for commercial, retail, and mixed‑use projects.

You will prepare code‑compliant plans and construction documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, collaborating with engineers and project managers to deliver high‑quality site layouts and utility plans. The role focuses on grading, drainage, access improvements, and building orientation to meet project goals, codes, and environmental standards.