CAD Technician

Boutique Recruiting; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 37,195 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Four-day core workweek

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks a Civil CAD Technician for our Charlotte, NC office to convert field survey data into CAD drawings, prepare boundary and topo surveys, and assist with construction staking plans.

This on-site role requires hands-on CAD experience, strong technical accuracy, and a collaborative approach with surveyors, CAD managers, and project teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires hands-on survey or civil CAD experience.
• Strong technical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to interpret field notes, sketches, and project specs.
• On-site work in Charlotte, NC is required.
• Relevant experience may substitute for a formal degree.

Responsibilities

• Convert field survey data into CAD drawings for boundary and topographic surveys.
• Prepare plats, maps, as-builts, and construction layout documents.
• Ensure deliverables meet project requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with surveyors, CAD managers, and project teams.
• Incorporate revisions and changes into drawings while balancing multiple projects.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

On-site work

CAD drafting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Position Title: Civil CAD Technician

Salary Range: $27–$33 per hour / DOE plus overtime and bonus potential

A stable, privately owned surveying and construction services firm is seeking a Civil CAD Technician to support a busy Charlotte office. This role will convert field survey data into accurate CAD drawings, prepare boundary and topographic surveys, develop construction staking plans, and assist with drafting, platting, as-builts, and quality control. The ideal candidate has hands‑on survey or civil CAD experience, strong technical accuracy, and a practical, collaborative approach to working in a fast‑paced, on‑site environment.

Responsibilities

• Convert field survey data into detailed CAD drawings for boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking plans
• Interpret survey notes, sketches, field measurements, and supporting documentation
• Prepare accurate drawings, plats, maps, as-builts, and construction layout documents
• Ensure all deliverables comply with project requirements and applicable industry standards
• Collaborate with surveyors, CAD managers, project managers, and construction and land development teams
• Incorporate project revisions, design changes, and field modifications into drawings
• Maintain organized project files, drawings, and supporting documentation
• Assist with quality control reviews to confirm the accuracy and completeness of survey drawings
• Support the professional land surveyor review and sign-off process
• Balance multiple active projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining consistent quality

Requirements

• At least 2 years of survey, civil, land development, construction, or site civil CAD experience
• Strong proficiency with CAD software and the ability to produce accurate 2D plans
• Experience interpreting survey data, field notes, technical drawings, and project specifications
• Understanding of drafting, platting, construction layout, or land development workflows
• Ability to work fully on-site in Charlotte, North Carolina
• Valid driver’s license
• Relevant experience will be considered in place of a formal degree

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance & short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Optional accident, critical illness, and voluntary life insurance
• PTO & Seven paid holidays
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Four-day core workweek, with Friday hours based on workload