Civil Designer / Civil CAD Drafter

Basin Engineering & Surveying; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

Retirement Savings plan

Professional development with cutting‑

Job summary

Basin Engineering & Surveying in Metairie, LA, seeks a Civil Designer / CAD Technician to design civil site plans, model layouts, and collaborate closely with engineers and surveyors on live projects.

You will work on grading, drainage, and utility design, ensuring accuracy and compliance while growing your skills in a dynamic firm with national scope and a close-knit culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in civil site design and drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and CAD software.
• Solid understanding of land development, grading and drainage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in construction documents.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft detailed civil site plans with grading and drainage.
• Model layouts using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other tools.
• Collaborate with engineers and surveyors on live projects.
• Ensure construction documents meet regulations and quality standards.
• Tailor designs to meet diverse client requirements.

Skills

Civil design

Drafting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

CAD software

Job description

Job Title: Civil Designer / CAD Technician

Company: Basin Engineering & Surveying

Location: Metairie / New Orleans, LA (On-Site)

Job Type: Full-Time

At Basin Engineering & Surveying, we know that the difference between a good project and a great one lies in the details--the grading, the drainage, and the precise placement of every utility. If you are a CAD professional who wants to take your designs off the screen and into the real world, you belong here.

We are a growing, multi-disciplinary engineering and land surveying firm headquartered in the New Orleans area. We don't just draft lines; we shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. We hold professional engineering licenses in 27 states, which means our team gets the project variety and scale of a massive national firm, while maintaining the close-knit, collaborative culture of a small business where your voice actually matters.

You won't be parked on busywork here. You will work shoulder-to-shoulder with experienced, licensed engineers and surveyors on live projects--from national retailers to critical public works.

Why Choose Basin?

• Real Project Variety: Because we work across diverse industries and 27 states, you won't get stuck doing the exact same site layout every day. You will tackle a broad spectrum of challenges that will sharpen your skills.
• Direct Collaboration: You'll work directly with our project engineers and surveyors, seeing how your designs integrate with structural engineering, public works, and even our in-house drone-based mapping services.
• A Clear Path Forward: We invest in our people. Whether you want to master new technologies or take on more complex design responsibilities, the path to grow your career is wide open.
• Solid Stability: We are a certified active small business with the Louisiana Economic Development's Hudson Initiative, rapidly growing our footprint and looking for people who want to build a long-term home with us.

What You'll Do:

• Design & Draft: Develop detailed, innovative civil site designs, including complex grading and drainage plans.
• Model the Future: Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other advanced design software to draft and model project layouts with precision.
• Collaborate: Work seamlessly with our project engineers, surveyors, and external partners to ensure smooth execution from concept through construction.
• Ensure Accuracy: Prepare and meticulously review construction documents to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and alignment with our high quality standards.
• Tailor Solutions: Adapt and tailor designs to meet the unique and complex requirements of our diverse clientele.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Proven experience in civil site design and drafting.
• Technical Chops: Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and standard CAD software.
• Subject Matter Knowledge: A solid, practical understanding of land development principles, grading, drainage, and utility design.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for accuracy and a drive to deliver projects with the highest quality and efficiency.
• Team Player: Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates clearly (both written and verbal).

Compensation & Benefits:

We believe in recognizing your expertise.

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Future Security: Retirement Savings plan and Life Insurance.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development in a dynamic, supportive environment with access to cutting-edge tech.

Are you ready to stop just drafting and start building?

If you want to do meaningful work with a team that actually invests in your growth, we want to hear from you.