Senior CAD Designer

Snaphunt; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Civil 3D CAD Designer to lead the transformation of designs into high-quality documents for renewable energy projects. The role involves overseeing civil construction plans and coordinating with project teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D, strong leadership skills, and a relevant engineering degree. This position offers flexible working options and a fantastic work culture.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Fantastic work culture

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS tools.
• Demonstrated track record of leading complex civil design projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation of designs into detailed working documents.
• Oversee development of civil construction plans for energy projects.
• Conduct thorough reviews of drawings and project deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Drafting/Design

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Offer

• Leadership Role
• Fantastic work culture
• Flexible working options

Ideal Candidate

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the transformation of conceptual designs into detailed, high-quality working documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS tools.
• Oversee the development of preliminary layouts and detailed final designs, ensuring integration with engineering notes, sketches, survey base maps, shapefiles, topographic and planimetric mapping, and using Vehicle Tracking.
• Spearhead the preparation and execution of civil construction plans for wind and solar energy projects. This includes site layouts, roadway alignments, profiles, cross sections, drainage designs, complex grading schemes, erosion control, and detailed construction specifications.
• Conduct thorough reviews of drawings and project deliverables to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements and industry best practices.
• Serve as a senior point of contact and coordinate closely with project management and engineering teams to align efforts, manage expectations, and drive project milestones to completion.
• Implement and maintain document control systems. Ensure that all revisions and project-related information are systematically organized by team members and easily accessible.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects, and the ability to pivot quickly in response to changing project needs and timelines.
• Create a collaborative environment within multi-disciplinary teams. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff.
• Utilize advanced Civil 3D capabilities, including surface and corridor creation, pipe networks, grading tools, and Sheet Set Manager procedures.
• Develop, implement, and adhere to advanced CAD standards and structured programs to streamline design processes and reduce design time.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excel in verbal and written communication, presenting technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The Profile

Education/Experience Requirements:

• 5-7 years of high-level experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS tools with a demonstrated track record of leading and delivering complex civil design projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Drafting/Design, or in a related field. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Civil 3D project organization, advanced drawing structures, and adherence to CAD industry standards, and GIS tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in Renewable Energy and/or Oil and Gas is a plus.
• Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Attention to detail with an ability to manage multiple complex tasks concurrently.

The Employer

Our client is seeking a talented Senior Civil 3D CAD Designer to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Round Rock, TX office.