Civil CAD Technician

Pennoni; Milton (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is hiring a CAD Technician for a full-time, direct basis at our Milton, DE office. This role will contribute primarily to Site/Civil projects by performing critical drafting tasks, including using survey field data.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and 2+ years of Civil Design or Civil Drafting experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office is preferred. Join a collaborative team that values accuracy, initiative, and on-site field support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of civil design/drafting experience.

Responsibilities

• CAD drafting using survey field data.
• Prepare land development drawings (grading, utilities, SWM/E&S).
• Prepare site/civil details & exhibits.
• Provide office support including area, slope, and volume computations.
• Ensure scheduling and productivity objectives are achieved.
• Perform field work as needed; assist Surveyors.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

CAD drafting

Civil design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Field data handling

Team collaboration

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in Civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pennoni is hiring! In particular, we are looking for a CAD Technician to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Milton, DE. This person will be expected to contribute primarily to our Site/Civil projects by performing critical drafting functions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform CAD Drafting while utilizing survey field data.
• Prepare Land Development drawings (including grading, utility, and SWM / E&S plans).
• Prepare various forms of site/civil details & exhibits.
• Provide office support; this includes performing area, slope, and volume computations.
• Ensure scheduling and productivity objectives are achieved.
• Perform field work on an as‑needed basis; this includes observing construction and assisting Surveyors.
• Additional duties may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• 2+ years of professional experience working in Civil Design and/or Civil Drafting.

This person may be expected to work in the field, as-needed, so they will be required to possess a Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering, Design Technology, or a related technical field of study is a plus.
• Proficiency with engineering / CADD tools; experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred.
• Proficiency on standard Microsoft Office software applications.
• Proven ability to utilize technical mathematics.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to work in a self‑motivated manner while effectively multi‑tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); proven active‑listening skills is a plus.

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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