CAD Tech II - Land Development

Pape-Dawson, Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers' Nashville office is seeking a CAD Technician II to provide drafting and design support for land development projects, across disciplines, under limited supervision.

You will prepare construction documents in AutoCAD Civil 3D, collaborate with engineers and project managers, ensure QA/QC, and maintain organized project files. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in CAD/Drafting or related field required, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years drafting civil, transportation, or related construction documents.
• Proficient in CAD software with industry-standard workflow best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Good written and verbal communication; able to work in a team
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to operate a company vehicle and travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise construction plans, profiles, and project exhibits using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Analyze sketches and input materials to determine drafting approach with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project managers to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Develop construction documents from marks, sketches, and redlines with increasing independence.
• Apply CAD drafting standards to ensure consistency across sheets and layers.
• Incorporate QA/QC procedures and agency checklists to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review own work for accuracy and adherence to project requirements before submission.
• Assist engineers with preparation of technical documentation and deliverables.
• Coordinate and communicate with team members to support project objectives and schedules.
• Maintain organized project files for efficient collaboration.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independence

Education

Associate Degree or Certificate in CAD/Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads

OpenBridge

Job description

Job Description: Build your career with Pape-Dawson's Nashville team in the heart of Music City, one of the country's most vibrant, fast-growing, and exciting places to live and work. Formerly RaganSmith, our Tennessee team traces its roots back to 1933 and has grown from a land surveying company into a multidisciplinary consulting firm of civil engineers, landscape architects, transportation professionals, surveyors, and land planners. Since joining the Pape-Dawson family of companies in 2024, the team has continued to build on its deep local legacy while gaining the resources and reach of a leading national firm.

Overview:

The CAD Technician II provides intermediate-level drafting and design support for land development projects across multiple disciplines. This role works with limited supervision to prepare, revise, and coordinate construction documents, exhibits, and technical graphics in compliance with company standards and applicable agency requirements. The CAD Technician II demonstrates increasing independence, technical proficiency, and the ability to review their own work for accuracy and completeness.

Core Responsibilities:

• Prepare and revise construction plans, profiles, and project exhibits for commercial, residential, and site development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Analyze sketches, notes, and input materials to determine the most effective drafting approach with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project managers to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Develop construction documents from engineer markups, sketches, notes, and redlines with increasing independence.
• Apply established company CAD drafting standards to ensure consistency in layers, line styles, symbols, and sheet layouts.
• Incorporate QA/QC procedures and applicable agency checklist requirements to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance.
• Review own work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project requirements prior to submission.
• Assist engineers with preparation of technical documentation, exhibits, and deliverables.
• Coordinate and communicate with engineers, designers, and project managers to support project objectives and schedules.
• Maintain organized project files to support efficient team collaboration and accessibility of information.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or certificate in Computer-Aided Drafting/Design, Applied Science, or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience preparing civil, transportation, structural, utility, or aviation construction documents using CAD software.
• Proficiency in discipline-appropriate CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads, OpenBridge); software requirements may vary by assignment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing assignments and project priorities.
• Ability to operate a company vehicle and travel occasionally, if required by assignment.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with overtime as needed.

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [e-mail] or call [phone].

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pape-Dawson is a leading civil engineering and professional services firm, with a history of delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact. Our diverse team of experts is passionate about solving complex problems and making a difference in our communities. We offer career opportunities in a company culture that values personal growth and professional excellence. With world-class benefits and a commitment to your overall wellbeing, Pape-Dawson is a place where you can thrive both personally and professionally.