CAD Tech II

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. (APC); Colorado; Remote; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. (APC) is seeking a CAD Technician / AutoCAD Drafter to support oil and gas and energy infrastructure projects through planning, design, and permitting.

You will use AutoCAD and related tools to create exhibits, drawings, and datasets that support client planning, project development, and regulatory submittals. This remote, deadline-driven role requires strong communication and the ability to work independently while staying connected with the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of AutoCAD experience.
• Civil 3D experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and communication.
• Ability to work remotely and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft and QA/QC permitting and design exhibits using AutoCAD.
• Prepare and edit survey drawings with AutoCAD and Civil 3D where applicable.
• Annotate survey data (bearings, distances, coordinates).
• Work with PLSS to depict land boundaries and survey elements.
• Align labeling, linework, and drawing clarity to standards.
• Utilize templates and Excel for data tables.
• Edit GIS data via AutoCAD FDO and update attributes.
• Learn and apply client design specifications and rules.
• Track work, budget, and timelines; liaise with Coordinator.
• Communicate workload status with team.
• Identify drafting quality improvements.

Skills

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Overview

Our client is seeking a CAD Technician / AutoCAD Drafter to join a collaborative team supporting oil and gas and related energy infrastructure projects through planning, design, and permitting. In this role, you will use AutoCAD and related tools to create exhibits, drawings, and datasets that support client planning, project development, and regulatory submittals.

Job Description

Job Title: CAD Tech II

Type: Direct Hire

Work Location: Remote

Job Overview

Our client is seeking a CAD Technician / AutoCAD Drafter to join a collaborative team supporting oil and gas and related energy infrastructure projects through planning, design, and permitting. In this role, you will use AutoCAD and related tools to create exhibits, drawings, and datasets that support client planning, project development, and regulatory submittals.

This is a deadline-driven role that requires strong communication, dependable follow-through, and the ability to work independently while staying connected to the team. Candidates should be comfortable working during standard business hours generally aligned with Mountain Time, and during peak project periods, additional hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, may be required to support project deadlines.

This is a fully remote role within a small, collaborative team environment, offering no daily commute and exposure to a range of workflows, datasets, and adjacent disciplines, including surveying, remote sensing, GIS, civil engineering, and permitting.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Utilize AutoCAD to draft and QA/QC permitting and design exhibits, as well as review the work of others.
• Prepare and edit survey drawings using AutoCAD (and Civil 3D when applicable).
• Annotate survey data including bearings, distances, and coordinate information (lat/long, northing/easting).
• Work within the PLSS (Public Land Survey System) to accurately depict land boundaries and survey elements.
• Apply consistent standards for labeling, linework, and drawing clarity across all deliverables.
• Utilize existing templates for exhibit creation.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets and tables.
• Edit GIS databases via AutoCAD FDO connection to update attributes and feature geometry.
• Learn and apply rules, regulations, and client design specifications when drafting exhibits.
• Edit and support written process documentation.
• Track assigned work, budget, and timeline; communicate with the Coordinator to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Communicate with team members, Coordinator, and Production Manager on workload status.
• Identify opportunities to improve drafting quality, consistency, and efficiency.

Required Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of work experience using AutoCAD.
• Intermediate proficiency with AutoCAD (Civil 3D is a plus).
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Intermediate knowledge of oil and gas rules, regulations, equipment, and nomenclature.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while staying engaged and connected with the team.
• Ability to quickly learn new exhibits and workflows; adapts to changing priorities.
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Team-oriented with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Reliable, consistent, and relentlessly accountable.
• Ability to respond in a timely manner and meet deadlines.

Big Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with alignment sheets or ROW packages.
• Background in oil & gas or land surveying.

Job Requisition # 40464

A reasonable estimate of the Base Salary for this role is $58,240 - $66,560 per year. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

Meet APC

APC is a professional staffing and services organization focused on engaging people and positively impacting lives. As “Professionals serving Professionals”®, we take pride in providing our employees and contractors with the highest level of customer service and support.

APC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status.