NCS-Texas CAD Technician/Drafter

Rippling, Inc.; Willis, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefit package

Performance bonus program

Job summary

NCS is seeking a Civil Engineering CAD Drafter to support civil staff by preparing detailed construction drawings, exhibits, calculations, and technical documents for land development and municipal infrastructure projects.

The role requires proficiency with CAD software, particularly AutoCAD Civil 3D, and a strong eye for detail. You will learn 3D surface modeling, reviewers’ standards, and collaborate with engineers to keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Completion of technical school CAD certificate or associate degree in Civil Engineering desired.
• 1+ years of civil drafting experience on land development and/or municipal development projects.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret deeds, plats, sketches, as-builts, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Work under the direction of lead CAD staff and/or engineers to maintain CAD standards, drawing organization and project file management.
• Prepare schematic, design development, and final construction drawings as required.
• Learn to build and manipulate 3D surface models in AutoCAD, apply corridor modeling for roadway design, and perform earthwork calculations through surface comparisons.
• Apply agency regulations and standards to design projects accordingly.
• Learn to utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare grading designs and plans, street plans and profiles, drainage area maps, storm sewer plans and profiles, and water/sewer plans and profiles.
• Produce construction drawings, exhibits, one-line drawings and concept plans for infrastructure and plant projects.
• Create and markup existing PDF documents using Adobe/Bluebeam.
• Progressively work independently while engaging with lead engineers to solve design elements and keep projects on schedule.
• Support multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Grading and drainage design

Earthwork calculations

Multi-project management

Teamwork and communication

Attention to detail

Education

CAD design certificate or Associate degree in Civil Engineering

1+ year civil drafting experience

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Adobe/Bluebeam markup

Job description

Civil Engineering CAD Drafterwith experience in single-family residential andcommercialland developmentas well as municipal infrastructure and treatment plant projects.This position supports civil engineering staff by preparing detailed construction drawings, exhibits, calculations, and technical documents. This role requires experience with CAD software, strong attention to detail, and a desire to grow technical skills and design experience.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Completion of technical school with CAD design certificate or associate degree or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering field desired.
• 1+ years of experience in civil engineering drafting for land development and/or municipal development projects.

Some expertise in the Following is Required:

• Understanding of grading, drainage, and utility design practices.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D in a developmental Design capacity
• General knowledge of schematic, design development, and final (construction) drawings
• General knowledge of modeling for roadway design
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Strong organizational, communication teamwork skills.
• Understanding of earthwork calculations through surface com parisons

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret, deeds, plats, sketches, as-builts, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Work under the direction of lead CAD staff and/or engineers to maintain CAD standards, drawing organization and project file management.
• Prepare schematic, design development, and final (construction) drawings as required.
• Learn to build and manipulate 3D surfacemodelsin AutoCAD,applycorridormodelingfor roadway design,and perform earthwork calculations through surface comparisons.
• Apply agency regulations and standards to design projects accordingly.
• Learn to utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare grading designs and plans, street plans and profiles (both curb and gutter and open ditch design using corridors and grading surfaces), drainage area maps, storm sewer plans and profiles, and water, sanitary sewer plans and profiles.
• Produce construction drawings, exhibits, one-line drawings and concept plans for commercial, residential, municipal infrastructure and plant projects.
• Create and markup existing PDF documents using Adobe/Bluebeam.
• Progressive ability to work independently and use experience and judgement with minimal direction while also engaging lead engineer to solve design elements to keep projects on schedule, within agency regulations and constructable.
• Support multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

About Our Company:

NCS is an experienced, well-established water, wastewater, and electrical engineering design firm with offices in Arizona, Maryland, Nevada, Texas, and California. We provide a wide range of civil, water, wastewater, environmental, electrical design, and research-related services to public agencies and private industry clients throughout the United States and globally. We offer challenging technical and professional opportunities working on exciting, leading edge, high tech environmental and water projects. We are committed to providing proven, yet innovative solutions to our clients’ technically challenging problems. We strive to create a work environment that challenges and values our employees. NCS attracts the best people in the industry by supporting their efforts to learn and grow. If you areinterested in a challenging and enjoyable career within a diverse and family-oriented atmosphere with advancement opportunity,

Benefits:

• Position is eligible for full benefit package and performance bonus program.

Equal Employment Opportunities:

NCS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NCS prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.