Computer Aided Design (CAD) Drafter

Brooksource; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Brooksource is seeking an entry-level CAD Drafter in Columbus, OH to support utility installation projects with underground construction drawings. The role provides on-the-job training and a path to grow CAD drafting skills within a collaborative engineering team.

Ideal candidates have basic CAD experience (AutoCAD; Civil 3D a plus) and coursework in drafting standards, GIS, surveying, or engineering technology. Associate or Bachelor’s degrees in engineering are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical certificate preferred.
• Basic experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D is a plus.
• Ability to perform 2D drafting with multiple views.
• Understanding of drafting standards through coursework or hands-on projects.
• Exposure to GIS, surveying, or engineering technology coursework is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Create underground construction drawings to support utility installation projects.
• Support drafting standards and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Brooksource is hiring a CAD Drafter to support one of our Engineering Services partners in Columbus, OH. We welcome entry-level candidates, this is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and grow your CAD drafting skills within a supportive engineering team. In this role, you will create underground construction drawings to support utility installation projects across multiple states.

Preferred Experience:

There will be on the job training

• Basic experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD
• Familiarity with Civil 3D is a plus.
• Understanding of drafting standards through coursework or hands‑on projects.
• Ability to perform 2D drafting, including drawing multiple views
• Comfortable using modern computers, software, and digital workflows.
• Exposure to GIS, surveying, or engineering technology coursework is helpful but not required.
• Ability to learn foundational Outside Plant (OSP) concepts such as conduit routes, cable paths, manholes, handholes, and aerial/underground utility layouts.

Education:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineeting, or a related technical certificate, preferred

About Us:

Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.

EEO Statement:

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer:

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.