CAD Drafting Technician (Civil 3D)

Geosyntec Consultants; South Hamilton (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering and consulting firm seeks a CAD Drafting Technician to support civil and geotechnical projects. In this role, you will utilize your CAD skills to create detailed drawings for various projects, including landfills and utilities. The position offers the chance to work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment, contributing to impactful projects that address environmental and infrastructure challenges. With a commitment to employee growth, this role provides competitive pay and benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits programs

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate's Degree in Drafting required.
• Knowledge of civil engineering basics including sheet organization.
• Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD and Civil 3D required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and finalize technical drawings using CAD.
• Analyze sketches and notes to determine the best approach.
• Collaborate with other CADD practitioners to prepare design drawings.

Skills

CAD Drafting

Civil Engineering Basics

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil 3D

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Drafting

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CAD Drafting Technician (Civil 3D)

Primary Location

US-NH-Bedford

ID

2025-3356

Category

CADD

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Remote

No

Additional Location

US-MA-South Hamilton

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a CAD Drafting Technician (Civil 3D) to support project needs in our Bedford, NH or Hamilton, MA office. The position will perform computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) for a variety of civil and geotechnical engineering design projects including developing layouts, grading plans, and details for civil and environmental engineering projects, including landfills, industrial sites and utilities.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Draft, edit, & finalize technical drawings;
• Operate a CAD computer using appropriate hardware and software to develop final drawings;
• Transfer information from an engineering drawing to a final CAD drawing using appropriate symbols and drafting standards;
• Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine best approach to complete drawings;
• Copy detailed plans and drawings and perform non-routine complex drafting assignments;
• Operate plotter, printer, scanner, and other input/output devices;
• Proofread CAD drawings for accuracy, format, and grammar; and
• Participate in CAD Action Group, by supporting, networking, and collaborating to improve CAD standards and efficiencies across the company.
• Working collaboratively with other Geosyntec CADD practitioners to prepare design drawings and details and reviewing completed work products to ensure quality.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate's Degree in Drafting (required)
• Knowledge of civil engineering basics including sheet organization, topographical data, scales, and coordinate systems. (required)
• Familiarity with developing and working with grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three-dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for landfills and other large civil design projects. (required)
• Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files. (required)
• Familiarity with stormwater management design. (preferred)
• Experience using the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD. Knowledge of AutoCAD includes but is not limited to Annotation Styles, Multileaders, MTEXT, Dimensions, Sheet Sets, Paper Space / Model Space, XREFs, Layers, Dynamic Blocks, and Tool Palettes. (required)
• Working knowledge of the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D. (required)
• Basic understanding of the latest releases of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, Adobe PDF, and Windows File Explorer. (required)
• Strong reasoning, mathematical, and geometrical skills Ability to perform basic math skills including applying concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. (required)
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret red line drawings from Engineers, CAD Managers, or others on the project team. Strong communication skills to include the ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and the ability to interact effectively to maintain a team environment. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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