CAD Technician - Civil/Water Systems (Contract-to-Hire)

Actalent; Arkansas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Benefits

PTO after conversion

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Actalent in Little Rock, AR is seeking a CAD Technician to prepare high-quality engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for water, wastewater, and related infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes civil design and close collaboration with engineers to deliver precise documentation.

The position requires 2–5 years of CAD drafting experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and familiarity with GIS tools.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of CAD drafting experience, civil discipline preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for engineering drawings.
• Experience with Civil 3D on civil projects.
• Ability to read sketches and design information and produce accurate drawings.
• Willingness to contract-to-hire arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings from sketches, instructions, and notes using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Develop civil and mechanical 3D CAD drawings focusing on civil projects (water, sewer, water treatment).
• Follow drafting standards and procedures to ensure consistency and quality.
• Review drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance before submission to engineers.
• Collaborate with engineers and project team members to clarify design intent and incorporate feedback.
• Update and revise drawings as project requirements change and remain coordinated.
• Utilize GIS and CAD tools to support civil design and infrastructure projects.
• Communicate clearly with team to resolve drafting issues in a timely manner.
• Learn and adapt quickly to new project requirements, tools, and standards.
• Support contract-to-hire by demonstrating reliability and teamwork.

Skills

CAD drafting

Civil design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

3D CAD

Communication

Learning agility

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Actalent in Little Rock, AR is seeking a CAD Technician to prepare high-quality engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for water, wastewater, and related infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes civil design and close collaboration with engineers to deliver precise documentation.

The position requires 2–5 years of CAD drafting experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and familiarity with GIS tools.