Civil CAD Designer

Apex Companies; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401k match

Tuition assistance

Cross-training opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a CAD/GIS Technician to design and document civil projects using Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and related tools. You will collaborate with Civil, Mining, Environmental, Survey, and Construction teams to produce precise drawings and maps.

You will translate field data into drawing packages, perform earthwork calculations, and help create BIM models with Revit for multidisciplinary projects nationwide. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in engineering tech or CAD or related field.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong technical communication and attention to detail.
• Safety‑minded with good work practices.
• MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review CAD drawings for compliance with standards.
• Prepare detailed civil design drawings for grading and site development using Civil 3D.
• Prepare construction documents from design markups per specifications.
• Prepare mine support and permitting exhibits using AutoCAD Map3D & Carlson.
• Process aerial drone and field survey data for engineering design.
• Produce BIM models with Revit.
• Perform earthwork quantity calculations for infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with Civil, Mining, Environmental, Survey, and Construction teams.
• On multidiscipline projects, set up, charter documents, and maintain schedules.
• Collaborate with CAD team, PMs, and PEs to define scope and budget.
• Actively develop your own career growth.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Office

Technical communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry‑leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building a team of high‑performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what’s possible. At Apex, you don’t just join a company, you help shape what comes next.

Your Responsibilities As a CAD Operator

• Review CAD drawing and design to ensure compliance with established standards, including but not limited to layering, dimensioning, and naming conventions.
• Prepare detailed civil design drawings for grading and site development, utilities, including developing alignments, profiles, cross sections, and details utilizing Autodesk Civil3D software.
• Prepare construction documents based on self‑directed design and engineering mark‑ups that adhere to related specifications while using basic knowledge of relevant design and drafting principles.
• Prepare mine support and permitting exhibits for underground, surface, prep plant, and refuse sites utilizing AutoCAD Map3D & Carlson Software.
• Process aerial drone and field survey data to generate mapping for engineering design.
• Process Laser Scans and produce BIM Models with utilizing Revit Software.
• Perform volume/quantity calculations as required for earthwork and horizontal infrastructure projects such as force mains, storm/sanitary sewers and water pipelines.
• Coordinate with various design teams including Civil, Mining, Environmental, Survey, and Construction to produce technical drawings to support departments across Apex.
• Operate self‑directed on multidiscipline projects coordinating project set‑up, chartering documents, and maintain designer team schedules.
• Work with other CAD Team Members, Project Managers, and Project Engineers to understand scope of work, schedule, and budget.
• Actively develop your own career growth.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of an Associates Degree in Engineering Technology, Computer‑Aided Design, or a related field.
• Related experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite, AutoCAD, and the add‑on program Civil 3D.
• Excellent technical communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good safety record and understanding of safe work practices.
• Sponsorship not available now or in the future.

Why You’ll Love Working For Us

• Company‑subsidized medical and dental.
• Company‑paid life, short, and long‑term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross‑training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance‑based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Job Title: CAD/GIS Technician

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