Designer/CAD Technician

Hunter Engineering Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a skilled Designer/CAD Technician to produce high-quality civil engineering and surveying plans.

You will work on diverse site design projects and contribute to plan production, detailing, and base mapping. Responsibilities include preparing grading, drainage, utility, and paving plans; creating survey plats and legal descriptions; developing construction details; processing field survey data; and performing design calculations with AutoCAD

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate's degree or technical CAD certification preferred.
• 3+ years CAD production experience in civil engineering or surveying.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specs.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality; strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil engineering plans including grading, drainage, utility, and paving.
• Create survey plats, exhibits, and legal descriptions.
• Develop construction details and standard sheets.
• Process field survey data and prepare base maps.
• Perform design calculations, earthwork calculations, and quantity takeoffs.
• Coordinate with engineers and surveyors throughout the design process.
• Incorporate redline markups and address review comments.
• Maintain drawing standards and template libraries.
• Assist with 3D modeling and visualization.
• Perform quality control checks on drawings.

Skills

CAD production

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Time management

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or CAD certification

Tools

Trimble Business Center

GIS software

Job description

# Designer/CAD TechnicianPhoenix, AZApply for this Position## About the RoleHunter Engineering is looking for a skilled Designer/CAD Technician to produce high-quality civil engineering and surveying plans. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects and develop technical expertise in site design and plan production.## Responsibilities* Prepare civil engineering plans including grading, drainage, utility, and paving plans* Create survey plats, exhibits, and legal descriptions* Develop construction details and standard sheets* Process field survey data and prepare base mapping* Perform design calculations, earthwork calculations, and quantity takeoffs* Coordinate with engineers and surveyors throughout design process* Incorporate redline markups and address review comments* Maintain drawing standards and template libraries* Assist with 3D modeling and visualization* Perform quality control checks on drawings## Requirements* High school diploma required; Associate's degree or technical certification in CAD/Drafting preferred* 3+ years of CAD production experience, preferably in civil engineering or surveying* Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D* Strong understanding of civil engineering and surveying plan sets* Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications* Excellent attention to detail and quality* Strong organizational and time management skills* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines* Good communication skills and team-oriented mindset## Preferred Qualifications* Experience with Trimble Business Center or other survey software* Familiarity with GIS software* Knowledge of local agency CAD standards and requirements* Understanding of grading and drainage design principles* Experience with utility coordination and plan preparation