Geostructural CAD Specialist - Foundations & Shoring

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is seeking a Geostructural CAD Technician to support our geostructural team in producing precise CAD drawings and design documents for complex projects. You will help translate engineering concepts into clear, accurate drawings used for foundations, earth retention, and ground improvement.

The role requires 3+ years of CAD experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in AutoCAD, with Civil 3D or similar software a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CAD experience in geotechnical, structural, or civil engineering.
• AutoCAD proficiency; Civil 3D or similar is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for geostructural and geotechnical projects.
• Develop plans, sections, profiles, and details for foundations, earth retention, and ground improvement.
• Revise drawings based on engineering markups and design changes.
• Coordinate drawings with multiple disciplines to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain CAD standards, layering conventions, and file organization.
• Assist in preparing construction documents, permit submissions, and bid sets.
• Support quality control by checking drawings for constructability and completeness.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Detail oriented

Written and verbal communication

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Associate's degree or technical certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

3D modeling tools

Job description

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is seeking a Geostructural CAD Technician to support our geostructural team in producing precise CAD drawings and design documents for complex projects. You will help translate engineering concepts into clear, accurate drawings used for foundations, earth retention, and ground improvement.

The role requires 3+ years of CAD experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in AutoCAD, with Civil 3D or similar software a plus.