Designer/CAD Specialist

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc.; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. in Crown Point, IN is seeking an experienced Designer/CAD Specialist to support civil, environmental, and electrical engineering projects. This position emphasizes drafting excellence and teamwork.

You will assist with 2D/3D designs, prepare drawings for construction, and perform project fieldwork and survey activities as part of a collaborative, growth‑minded team.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Drafting and Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• 3D modeling experience is a plus.
• Municipal project experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project engineers on design activities.
• Support Senior CAD specialists with 2D and 3D designs.
• Prepare engineering drawings for construction.
• Assist with quantity take-offs.
• GIS figure development.
• Perform project fieldwork and survey activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Read construction plans

Detail oriented

Self-initiative

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate's Degree in Drafting/Engineering Tech

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. is seeking an experienced Designer/CAD Specialist in our Cown Point, IN office. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a degree in Drafting and Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field. Duties include working with civil, environmental, and electrical engineers on design activities, supporting senior CAD specialists with 2D and 3D designs, preparing report figures, and performing project fieldwork and survey activities. We are growing and would like to gain teammates who are excited to enhance their engineering skillset with the assistance of a talented and innovative team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project engineers on design activities
• Support Senior CAD specialists with 2D and 3D designs
• Prepare engineering drawings for construction
• Assist with quantity take-offs
• GIS figure development
• Perform project fieldwork and survey activities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills

• Associate's Degree in Drafting and Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications
• Proficiency with 3D modeling is a plus
• Municipal project experience is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands and solve problems for our clients
• Positive attitude and an impressive work ethic
• A clear sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Willingness to learn new skills

Benefits

Commonwealth has earned our reputation as a leader in the water resource industry. Join our award-winning engineering and consulting firm and receive these benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance including maternity and paternity leave
• Supplemental insurance
• AD&D coverage
• Matching 401(k) & profit sharing
• Annual performance bonus
• Additional incentive pay for each hour worked in excess of the 40- hour schedule
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee outings

All offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.