Civil CAD Technician

Langan International, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Civil CAD Technician to join its collaborative team across Milwaukee, WI; Cleveland, OH and Pittsburgh, PA. This role supports the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering and land development projects, including mixed-use developments, shopping centers and higher education facilities.

You'll gain hands-on experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D while collaborating with engineers and other disciplines in a learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• 1+ years’ experience in Site/Civil design, including site planning
• Familiarity with current local, state, and federal land use permitting
• Familiarity with AutoCAD preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task effectively and excellent analytical and judgment capabilities
• Ability to work well individually and within groups
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Occasional travel to project sites and/or client locations, as required
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including due diligence assessments, reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates and design plans for projects using engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.) and equipment
• Effectively use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects
• Perform zoning, ordinance and permit assessments, determine the feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data, and prepare concept plans and site test-fits using tenant-specific criteria
• Attend client and team meetings with project personnel
• Collaborate with team members on project tasks and assignments. Assist other work groups across offices and disciplines on an as-needed basis; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Civil CAD Technician to join its collaborative team in Milwaukee, WI; Cleveland, OH and Pittsburgh, PA. This individual will serve a key function in assisting with the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering and land development infrastructure projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in site/civil engineering design for mixed-use developments, shopping centers, residential, higher education, federal, and other exciting land development projects in a continuous learning environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assistwith the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including due diligence assessments, reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates and design plans for projects using engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.) and equipment;
• Effectively usereports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to assess soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects;
• Performzoning, ordinance and permit assessments, determinethe feasibility of projects based on the analysis of collected data, and prepareconcept plans and site test‑fits using tenant‑specific criteria;
• Attendclient and team meetings with project personnel;
• Collaboratewith team members on project tasks and assignments. Assistother work groups across offices and disciplines on an as‑needed basis; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, or related field preferred;
• 1+ years’ experience in Site/Civil design, including site planning
• Familiarity with current local, state, and federal land use permitting;
• Familiarity with AutoCAD preferred;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task effectively and excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to work well individually and within groups;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Occasional travel to project sites and/or client locations, as required; and
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full‑time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.