Senior CAD Designer

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. in Fishers, IN is seeking a Sr. CAD Designer to join our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit. You will work on bridge and roadway projects, lead CAD tasks, and mentor junior staff.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience with Indiana and/or Ohio DOTs, strong AutoCAD and Bentley skills, and familiarity with ORD. This role offers teamwork, growth opportunities, and a path to advanced project leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in CAD design for transportation projects.
• Experience with Indiana DOT and/or Ohio/Kentucky/WV DOTs preferred.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage CAD tasks to on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Interpret project requirements and coordinate with Junior Engineers and CAD staff.
• Provide technical advisement on scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Ensure NBIS-related considerations where applicable.

Skills

CAD design

AutoCAD

Bentley

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

Structural geometry calculations

Team leadership

Project coordination

Communication skills

NBIS Inspection

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley OpenRoads

ORD

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a talented Sr. CAD Designer to work within our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit, in the Ohio River Valley sector. The successful candidate will work out of our Fishers, Indiana office and enjoy working on challenging bridge and roadway projects. The team-oriented environment will allow them to develop professionally and grow in today's global environment.

Requirements

• Experience working for Indiana DOT and/or Ohio, Kentucky or West Virginia DOTs
• Experienced in AutoCad and Bentley projects required
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD) a plus
• Can perform calculations for structural geometry, reinforcing bars layout, and quantities
• Capable of working with Junior Engineers and directing additional CAD Staff
• NBIS Inspection experience a plus

General Characteristics

• Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates assignments; serves as a Task Manager for small to midsize projects; serves as the technical specialist in the field of expertise; up to speed on industry standards and Company policies and procedures.

Minimum Years Of Experience

• 10+ Years of Experience

Certification/Licensure

• Driver’s License

Technical Responsibilities

• Lead and manage tasks to successful completion for time, budget, schedule, and quality.

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.

Management Responsibility

• Provides advisement on scopes, budgets, and schedules for work to be completed; works with other project leadership to complete their assigned tasks; maintains GAI's procedures and protocols.

Communication Skills

• Routinely works with various departments within the company and effectively communicates with engineers, managers, and other CAD designers.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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