CADD Technician II (4-9 Years)

Riley Engineering, LLC; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Riley Engineering in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced CADD Technician II to support the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects. You will develop construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and collaborate with engineers, project managers, surveyors, and designers.

Ideal candidates have 4–9 years of civil drafting experience, an associate degree or technical training, and proficiency with SSM and CAD standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent training in Drafting Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, CADD, or related field.
• 4-9 years of experience in civil engineering drafting and design.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience preparing construction plans using Sheet Set Manager (SSM) and engineering deliverables for civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of surveying, grading, utility design, and construction document preparation.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop civil engineering designs and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Prepare plan sets, profiles, cross-sections, grading plans, utility layouts, and supporting project documentation.
• Create and modify alignments, corridors, surfaces, pipe networks, and assemblies in Civil 3D.
• Import and interpret survey data, utility information, GIS data, and as-built records.
• Coordinate drafting and design efforts with engineers, project managers, surveyors, and other technical staff.
• Perform detailed grading and drainage design under the direction of project engineers.
• Assist in the design and drafting of water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Review drawings for completeness, consistency, accuracy, and compliance with project standards.
• Identify drafting and design conflicts and work with project teams to develop solutions.
• Apply and maintain Riley Engineering CAD standards and quality control procedures.
• Assist with project production planning and support efforts to improve drafting workflows and efficiencies.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior CADD staff.
• Support project teams throughout all phases of design, from initial concepts through final construction documentation.
• Participate in technical training and professional development activities.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in Drafting/ CAD

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Sheet Set Manager (SSM)

Job description

Location: Tucson, AZ
Salary Range: $62,000 – $81,000 annually, depending on experience

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Riley Engineering is a civil engineering firm specializing in water resources. Our mission is to engineer and implement solutions to provide society with water infrastructure. Riley was founded to improve people’s lives by ensuring that all have the necessary civil infrastructure to facilitate socioeconomic well-being. Our employees rally behind that mission and enjoy building the firm from the ground up together—pairing technical expertise with business acumen and a heart for helping others.

CADD TECHNICIAN II (4-9 YEARS) ROLE

Riley Engineering is seeking an experienced CADD Technician to support the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects throughout the southwest. This position is ideal for a skilled drafting professional who can work independently, contribute to project design teams, and assist in the development of junior staff while preparing high-quality engineering deliverables.

The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers, project managers, surveyors, and designers to develop construction documents, maintain project quality standards, and support a variety of water, wastewater, drainage, transportation, and site development projects. This role offers opportunities for technical growth, leadership development, and increased responsibility within a collaborative team environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Develop civil engineering designs and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Prepare plan sets, profiles, cross-sections, grading plans, utility layouts, and supporting project documentation.
• Create and modify alignments, corridors, surfaces, pipe networks, and assemblies in Civil 3D.
• Import and interpret survey data, utility information, GIS data, and as-built records.
• Coordinate drafting and design efforts with engineers, project managers, surveyors, and other technical staff.
• Perform detailed grading and drainage design under the direction of project engineers.
• Assist in the design and drafting of water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Review drawings for completeness, consistency, accuracy, and compliance with project standards.
• Identify drafting and design conflicts and work with project teams to develop solutions.
• Apply and maintain Riley Engineering CAD standards and quality control procedures.
• Assist with project production planning and support efforts to improve drafting workflows and efficiencies.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior CADD staff.
• Support project teams throughout all phases of design, from initial concepts through final construction documentation.
• Participate in technical training and professional development activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent training in Drafting Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, CADD, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4-9 years of experience in civil engineering drafting and design.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience preparing construction plans using Sheet Set Manager (SSM) and engineering deliverables for civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of surveying, grading, utility design, and construction document preparation.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with municipal infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, drainage, and transportation improvements.
• Familiarity with CAD standards development and quality control procedures.
• Experience training or mentoring junior technicians.
• Knowledge of GIS integration, utility coordination, and survey data processing.

WHAT WE’LL EXPECT FROM YOU

• 40 hours per week, based in our Tucson, AZ office
• Self-motivated and resourceful in solving problems and learning new skills
• Ability to collaborate with a team
• Values alignment: Passion, Excellence, Integrity, Education, Balance, Humility, Adaptability

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership based on your interests and strengths
• Impact on a growing firm where your voice and ideas matter
• Supportive colleagues and leadership committed to mentorship and meaningful work
• 10 paid holidays per year; 3 weeks PTO (more with tenure)
• Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional FSA/HSA, accident, illness, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with 5% company match

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Riley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.