Civil CAD Designer - Land Development

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to

4%)

Professional Development and Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Job summary

RESPEC seeks a Civil CAD Designer for our Fairbanks, AK office to provide drafting and design support for civil engineering projects, including site development, municipal infrastructure, and utility design. The Civil CAD Designer will work in a collaborative office with project managers, engineers, and other designers.

The role emphasizes developing detailed civil drawings with AutoCAD Civil 3D, coordinating with the team, and maintaining standards while contributing to basic design

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in civil engineering drafting and design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, and pipe networks.
• Strong understanding of civil site design principals and municipal infrastructure.
• Experience with CAD standards and drafting best practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering sketches, markups, and verbal instructions.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Prepare site layout, grading, utility, and roadway plans.
• Generate plan and profile sheets from survey and design data.
• Incorporate redlines and design changes from engineers and project managers.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure design consistency and quality.
• Maintain drawing standards and file organization across multiple projects.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs and basic design calculations.
• Support permitting and construction documentation packages.

Skills

Civil drafting

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or technical certification in drafting

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Autodesk Vehicle Tracking

Bluebeam

GIS platforms

Job description

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC seeks a Civil Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer located in our Fairbanks, AK office.

The Civil CAD Designer will provide drafting and design support for civil engineering projects, including site development, municipal infrastructure, and utility design. Projects will vary in size and complexity and be produced in a collaborative office environment alongside project managers, engineers, and other design professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Prepare site layout, grading, utility, and roadway plans
• Generate plan and profile sheets from survey and design data
• Incorporate redlines and design changes from engineers and project managers
• Coordinate with team members to ensure design consistency and quality
• Maintain drawing standards and file organization across multiple projects
• Assist with quantity takeoffs and basic design calculations
• Support permitting and construction documentation packages.

Qualifications

Required:

• 10+ years of experience in civil engineering drafting and design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, and pipe networks
• Strong understanding of civil site design principals and municipal infrastructure
• Experience with digital mapping, CAD standards, and drafting best practices
• Ability to interpret engineering sketches, markups, and verbal instructions
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in drafting, engineering technology, or related field
• Experience with Autodesk Vehicle Tracking, GIS platforms, and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with Alaska DOT and local municipal design standards
• Experience supporting utility coordination and permitting.

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package.RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• 401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.