Computer Aided Design Technician

Cochran; Union (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and LTD

Company-paid insurance for employees

401(k) with 4% company match

Generous PTO and 7 holidays

Continuing education & professional开发

Job summary

Cochran, a growing civil engineering firm, seeks a CAD Drafter/Designer to join our Union, Missouri team. You will create precise drawings for infrastructure and site development, collaborating with engineers to turn concepts into buildable plans with accuracy and efficiency from design to completion.

The role requires 2–5 years of civil drafting experience and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office; competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 2–5 years civil drafting and design experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Must have an understanding of Civil CAD-based drafting procedures.
• Produce drawings using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD), Civil 3D software
• Draft plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations, and construction various projects
• Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, and structures
• Correlate, interpret, and modify data obtained from topographical surveys, well logs, and geophysical prospecting reports
• Finish and duplicate drawings and documentation packages, according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction, photography, or other duplicating methods
• Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from Civil Engineers to ensure that they conform to design concepts
• Provide Engineers and Surveyors with drafting support

Skills

Civil drafting

Design coordination

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran’s expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust—ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project.

Cochran’s Union, Missouri headquarterslocation, is looking for a CAD Drafter/Designer to join our team.

Position Overview

Join our civil engineering team as a CAD Drafter/Designer, creating precise technical drawings that bring infrastructure and site development projects to life. You’ll collaborate with engineers to turn concepts into buildable plans, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency from design through completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Must have an understanding of Civil CAD-based drafting procedures.
• Produce drawings using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD), Civil 3D software
• Draft plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations, and construction various projects
• Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, and structures
• Correlate, interpret, and modify data obtained from topographical surveys, well logs, and geophysical prospecting reports
• Finish and duplicate drawings and documentation packages, according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction, photography, or other duplicating methods
• Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from Civil Engineers to ensure that they conform to design concepts
• Provide Engineers and Surveyors with drafting support

Qualifications

• 2-5 years civil drafting and design experience, preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support