CAD Technician

RNGD; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RNGD is seeking a CAD Technician to support the Surveying Team on civil infrastructure projects across the Southeast. You will use AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center to draft, model, compute field layouts, and produce 3D surfaces and takeoffs for estimation and construction.

Collaboration with field operations, estimators, and project teams is daily. You will maintain accurate utility records, verify designer CAD files against plan PDFs, and support field layout with machine-control

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in Construction Survey or related field.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center).
• Strong ability to read construction plans and produce field layouts and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAD drafting, modeling, and survey calculations using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.
• Prepare field layout files including linework, control points, staking data, and machine control deliverables.
• Create and manage 3D models for survey control and machine guidance.
• Generate quantities and takeoffs to support estimating and planning.
• Review designer CAD files against plan PDFs for alignment and accuracy.

Skills

CAD Drafting

3D Modeling

Survey Calculations

Field Layout

Team Collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

RNGD is a rapidly scaling organization emerging as a nationally recognized leader in construction through our unique Renegade mindset focused on innovation, creativity, and culture. The team is made up of a highly engaged group of seasoned professionals and emerging leaders. We are creators who believe that what we build drives the growth of our cities and that to fulfill our mission, we must constantly challenge the old way of doing things. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, we thrive on building communities, building teams, building leaders, and growing the business throughout the Southeast region with additional offices in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama.

About the Role

We're looking for a CAD Technician that will assist the Surveying Team across multiple regional projects with a focus on civil infrastructure. The role leverages Trimble and Autodesk products to execute precise calculations for survey requests, field layout, takeoffs, and 3D machine control modeling. In addition to these responsibilities, the CAD Technician is also responsible for providing IFC models to support field layout activities. The CAD Technician maintains accurate records of utility locations, potholes, and as-built data, while verifying designer CAD files against plan PDFs to ensure consistency, quality, and constructability. This role requires technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate daily with survey teams and field operations teams.

Core Responsibilities

• CAD Drafting, Modeling, and Survey Support
  • Perform CAD drafting, modeling, and survey calculations using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.
  • Prepare field layout files including linework, control points, staking data, and machine control deliverables.
  • Create and manage 3D models such as surfaces, corridors, and structures for survey control and machine guidance systems.
  • Generate accurate quantities and takeoffs across disciplines to support estimating and planning efforts.
• Data Management and Quality Control
  • Maintain and update files related to utilities, pothole locations, and as-built documentation.
  • Review and cross-check designer CAD files against plan PDFs to confirm alignment, completeness, and data accuracy.
  • Ensure all CAD and survey deliverables meet RNGD standards for accuracy, constructability, and field usability.
• Field and Equipment Support
  • Provide remote and in-person support for field survey equipment including data collectors and machine control systems.
  • Apply field survey knowledge to troubleshoot layout issues and resolve design conflicts.
  • Assist survey crews, engineers, and estimators with CAD workflows and survey hardware/software utilization.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Interpret construction plans, specifications, and engineering documents to support project execution.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with estimators, project managers, survey teams, and operations staff on a daily basis.
  • Collaborate across departments to optimize survey deliverables and improve workflow efficiency.
• Safety and Professional Standards
  • Uphold high standards of safety, quality, and productivity in all tasks and interactions.
  • Follow RNGD safety policies and promote safe work practices across all technical and field-support activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Construction Survey, Dimensional Control, Industrial Measurement, or a related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software, with experience in Trimble Business Center and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong understanding of field survey procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans to produce field layouts, estimates, and 3D models.
• Proficiency with fundamental math including area, volume, geometry, proportions, and percentages.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including providing remote technical support.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others in CAD and survey operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, and B2W.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple departments.
• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to company safety standards.

Core Competencies

• RNGD Values Alignment
  • Exemplifies RNGD's core values:
  • Renegade Mentality
  • Sweep Floors
  • Build Together
  • Honor Promises
• Insatiable Curiosity and Problem Solving
  • Consistently asks "why" to uncover root causes and ensure the right problems are being solved.
  • Applies analytical thinking to identify errors, inefficiencies, or conflicts before they impact the field.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Builds cooperative, collaborative, and trusting relationships with survey teams, project teams, and operations staff.
  • Communicates technical information clearly through written, verbal, and digital channels.
  • Supports others through mentoring, training, and knowledge-sharing in CAD and survey operations.
• Planning, Precision, and Technical Agility
  • Takes a methodical approach to planning and prioritizing daily technical tasks.
  • Learns and adapts quickly to evolving surveying technologies, machine control systems, and construction software.
  • Maintains a high level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in all deliverables.
• Safety Focused Mindset
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to safe work practices in both office and field-support environments.
  • Understands the downstream impact of survey accuracy on field safety and project success.

RNGD is an Equal Opportunity Employer