Civil 3D Designer

Cogent Analytics; Zionsville (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

401k

HSA

Job summary

Cogent Analytics is seeking a skilled CAD Designer for Civil Engineering & Surveying to produce accurate, production-ready drawings for land development, site design, and survey projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Work closely with licensed engineers and surveyors to translate field data and design intent into permit-ready plan sets. The role emphasizes quality, multi-drawing management, and growth within a lean team.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Civil 3D and AutoCAD for land development and site design.
• Ability to manage multiple active drawings in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented drafting with accuracy and production-readiness.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, production-ready CAD drawings for land development, site design, and survey projects.
• Collaborate directly with licensed engineers and surveyors to translate data and design intent.
• Prepare permit-ready plan sets and maintain organized drawing sets.

Skills

Civil 3D

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

CAD Designer – Civil Engineering & Surveying

Our client, a growing civil engineering and surveying team is seeking a skilled CAD Designer to produce accurate, production‑ready drawings for land development, site design, and survey projects. This role is highly collaborative, working directly with licensed engineers and surveyors to translate field data, design intent, and engineering calculations into complete, permit‑ready plan sets using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly proficient with Civil 3D, and comfortable managing multiple active drawings in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• HSA

Why This Role Stands Out

This position offers real ownership over your work — not anonymous drafting in a large production queue. You’ll see your drawings progress from initial concept to permitted project, with direct collaboration across engineering and surveying disciplines. The team is lean, the work is varied, and strong performance is rewarded through a project‑based incentive structure. For a CAD Designer who wants to grow quickly, contribute meaningfully, and be recognized for their skill, this environment offers a clear advantage over large corporate firms.