CAD Technician

Ramboll; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll in the Americas is seeking a Civil CAD Technician or Civil Engineer with strong Civil 3D skills to support conceptual master planning for large-scale data center campus developments in NY (Syracuse, Rochester, Albany). This role blends drafting/design with collaboration with engineers and planners to visualize site layouts during early due diligence and planning.

Join Ramboll's Environment & Health division to deliver sustainable solutions, coordinate with project teams, and ensure

Qualifications

• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D with 2+ years of site/civil drafting experience.
• Diploma or degree in CAD design/drafting or civil engineering technology.
• Experience in land development, site planning, grading, and utility routing.
• Ability to read and interpret zoning ordinances and planning criteria.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and deadline-driven work.

Responsibilities

• Support conceptual site layouts and preliminary utility, roadway, and grading concepts using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Produce test-fit campus layouts considering zoning setbacks, wetlands, access roads, and utility corridors.
• Perform quality control reviews of drawings to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Coordinate regularly with project managers, civil engineers, and planners; attend client meetings when needed.
• Assist with gathering and interpreting site data, zoning information, and environmental constraints for planning.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Site planning

Data center planning

Communication skills

Reading zoning ordinances

Education

Diploma or degree in CAD design/drafting or civil engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Job Description

Hybrid-based position in ourSyracuse, Rochester, or Albany, NY office.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position

Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Are you excited about understanding, interpreting, and navigating complex projects with real-life implications? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you a curious and open-minded person?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Environment & Health Division as our new CAD Technician and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

We are seeking a Civil CAD Technician or Civil Engineer with strong Civil 3D skills to support conceptual master planning efforts for large-scale data center campus developments. This role requires a blend of technical drafting/design and an ability to work closely with civil engineers and planners to visualize site layouts during early due diligence and planning phases.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Support conceptual site layouts, parcel planning, and preliminary utility, roadway, and grading concepts using AutoCAD Civil 3D, while translating engineering and planning mark-ups into accurate CAD drawings and site plans.
• Produce test fit layouts for large campuses, incorporating zoning setbacks, wetlands, access roads, utility corridors, and other site constraints.
• Perform quality control reviews of drawings to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Coordinate regularly with project managers, civil engineers, and planners, and occasionally participate in meetings with clients or other project stakeholders.
• Assist with gathering and interpreting site data, zoning information, and environmental constraints to support planning and design efforts.

Qualifications

About you

• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with data center, industrial, or campus-scale planning preferred.
• Diploma or degree in CAD design/drafting, civil engineering technology, or related field plus 2+ years of experience in site/civil drafting or design.
• Familiarity with land development, site planning, grading, and utility routing.
• Ability to read and interpret zoning ordinances and planning criteria is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Being valued for the unique person you are
• Never being short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $69,222 to $86,528 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the Americas

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.