CAD Technician III- PUB SEC

Lumen; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen is seeking a CAD Technician III – Federal in Virginia to prepare, update, and maintain Inside Plant and Outside Plant drawings using AutoCAD. You will translate field notes and design inputs into compliant drawings and project documentation.

The role requires four years of drafting experience with AutoCAD 2020+, strong Excel proficiency, and the ability to learn standards. A TS/SCI clearance and GIS experience are preferred; you will collaborate with engineers and project teams to meet

Qualifications

• Four years of drafting experience with AutoCAD 2020 or later.
• Proficient with Excel for documentation and tracking.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply standards and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain Inside Plant drawings, including floor plans and rack elevations, and Outside Plant drawings, including fiber route and detail drawings, using AutoCAD and engineering field notes.
• Develop and update project documentation in Microsoft Excel, including cable running lists, tables of contents, revision logs, and other required tracking materials.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other project stakeholders to support drawing deliverables, schedule commitments, and estimated labor requirements.
• Contribute effectively in a team environment by supporting organizational objectives, following established procedures, and communicating project status, issues, and documentation needs in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Learning ability

Team collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD 2020+

Microsoft Excel

ArcView GIS

Lisp/VBA

Job description

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

The Role

The CAD Technician III – Federal is responsible for preparing, updating, and maintaining accurate Inside Plant and Outside Plant telecommunications drawings in accordance with established engineering standards, project requirements, and documentation procedures. This role works closely with engineering teams to translate field notes, design inputs, and technical information into clear, compliant AutoCAD drawings and supporting project documentation.

The Main Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain Inside Plant drawings, including floor plans and rack elevations, and Outside Plant drawings, including fiber route and detail drawings, using AutoCAD and engineering field notes.
• Develop and update project documentation in Microsoft Excel, including cable running lists, tables of contents, revision logs, and other required tracking materials.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other project stakeholders to support drawing deliverables, schedule commitments, and estimated labor requirements.
• Contribute effectively in a team environment by supporting organizational objectives, following established procedures, and communicating project status, issues, and documentation needs in a timely manner.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Minimum of four years of recent drafting experience using AutoCAD 2020 or later.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel for documentation and tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, interpret, and apply technical information, standards, and procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and project teams.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance and the ability to maintain eligibility for access to classified information, including successful completion of any required government security reinvestigation. Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience supporting mapping functions using ArcView or comparable geographic information system tools.
• Ability to develop Lisp or VBA routines that improve drawing efficiency, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance documentation accuracy.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$81,206 - $108,273 in these states: VA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

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Bonus Structure

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What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 343362

Life at Lumen

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