CAD Technician

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Toledo (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Stock ownership

Healthcare, dental, vision

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Owner opportunities

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) invites applications for an experienced CAD Technician to join our Toledo, Ohio team.

You will support both civil engineering and land surveying projects through drafting, design support, data processing, and coordination with project teams and field staff. You will work on a diverse mix of commercial, industrial, municipal, infrastructure, and land development projects, assisting with survey deliverables, site development plans, and construction

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of AutoCAD, Civil 3D design software experience.
• Ability to interpret survey data, engineering plans, and technical information.
• Willingness to work independently in the field in varying weather conditions, with safety policies.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support survey drawings and plan production, including ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, boundary surveys, and topographic surveys.
• Assist with drafting and design support for civil engineering projects, including site development, grading, utility, and infrastructure plans.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar software to prepare project deliverables.
• Work with survey and engineering data to develop accurate and complete plan sets.
• Collaborate with survey field crews, engineers, and project teams to support project deliverables.
• Assist with data processing, document preparation, plotting, and project documentation.
• Participate in field activities as needed to gain hands-on experience and support survey operations.
• Maintain organization and accuracy of project files, drawings, and technical data.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in Survey Engineering / Geomatics / Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to join our growing team in Toledo, Ohio. This role offers the opportunity to support both Civil Engineering and Land Surveying projects through drafting, design support, data processing, and coordination with project teams and field staff.

You’ll work on a diverse mix of commercial, industrial, municipal, infrastructure, and land development projects, assisting with the preparation of survey deliverables, site development plans, utility layouts, grading plans, and construction documents. Working alongside engineers, surveyors, and technical professionals, you’ll play an important role in supporting projects from initial data collection through final plan production.

As a 100% employee-owned firm, CEC provides the opportunity to build a long-term career while expanding your technical expertise in both civil engineering and surveying. We provide a consistent workload that allows our team to continue building their skills while contributing to meaningful projects across multiple industries. If you’re looking for a role where you can broaden your experience, develop new technical capabilities, and grow your career, CEC offers the support and opportunity to do just that.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support survey drawings and plan production, including ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, boundary surveys , and topographic surveys
• Assist with drafting and design support for civil engineering projects, including site development, grading, utility, and infrastructure plans
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar software to prepare project deliverables
• Work with survey and engineering data to develop accurate and complete plan sets
• Collaborate with survey field crews, engineers, and project teams to support project deliverables
• Assist with data processing, document preparation, plotting, and project documentation
• Participate in field activities as needed to gain hands‑on experience and support survey operations
• Maintain organization and accuracy of project files, drawings, and technical data

What We Offer

• 100% employee-owned firm with a path to long-term growth and ownership access within your first year
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and stock ownership
• 55% of profits distributed through employee bonuses
• A clearly defined career path with mentorship and support toward licensure
• Opportunity to work on a diverse project portfolio across multiple industries
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (healthcare, dental, vision), along with a 401(k) with a company match beginning the first of the month following your start date
• A collaborative environment that encourages learning, cross‑training, and professional development
• 5+ years of AutoCAD, Civil 3D design software experience
• Experience supporting CAD functions within surveying, civil engineering, land development, or geospatial environments preferred
• High school diploma required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• Ability to interpret survey data, engineering plans, and technical information
• Willingness to work independently in the field, in varying weather conditions as needed, with strict adherence to operating procedures and safety policies
• Valid Driver's License required
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship

We have experts!

CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support!

We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people!

People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small‑firm work environment with large‑firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.