Senior CAD Designer (Water/Wastewater/Utilities)

Mannik Smith Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Personal Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Paternal Leave

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking a Senior CAD Designer focusing on Water/Wastewater/Utilities in Orlando, Florida. The role requires collaboration with engineers and architects to create and refine design solutions for various projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Ideal candidates must have at least 8-10 years of design experience and expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in design with focus on commercial and residential projects.
• Experience with heavy hands-on design in water utilities.
• Valid state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of design concepts fulfilling client needs.
• Create technical drawings and comply with industry standards.
• Conduct research on materials and construction techniques.
• Perform site visits and gather relevant data for projects.

Skills

Expert in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Design for water-bearing infrastructure

Experience with utilities design

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Adobe Suite

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Senior CAD Designer (Water/Wastewater/Utilities)

Department: Civil/Municipal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Orlando, FL

Description

CPH is a multi-disciplined Engineering and Architectural design firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. We are actively seeking to hire the following position in Orlando:

• Senior CAD Designer

The Senior Designer in Water/Wastewater/Utilities focuses in developing and executing design solutions across a wide variety of projects. This role requires close collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and project managers, to transform initial concepts into detailed, high-quality designs. You will work on the entire design process, from concept development to project completion, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance with industry standards, and alignment with project objectives.

What You'll Do:

--Primary Responsibilities--

• Lead the development and refinement of design concepts that meet both client needs and project goals. Ensure that designs align with budget, schedule, and regulatory constraints.
• Create detailed technical drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD and other design software, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and project specifications.
• Work closely with engineers, architects, designers, and clients to integrate technical requirements, structural elements, and aesthetic design into cohesive project solutions. Oversee multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure seamless coordination throughout the design and construction process.
• Participate in design reviews, making necessary modifications based on client and team feedback to ensure the project meets all objectives. Ensure design revisions maintain quality and adhere to project schedules and budgets.
• Interpret building codes, safety regulations, and client requirements to guide the design process, ensuring all designs meet the required legal and safety standards.
• Conduct research on materials, construction techniques, building codes, and industry trends to ensure that designs incorporate up-to-date and innovative solutions.
• Perform site visits to gather relevant data, assess construction progress, and evaluate the feasibility of designs. Generate detailed reports based on site assessments and findings.
• Calculate material quantities, cost estimates, and other necessary data to support civil engineering and land development projects. Assist with construction plans, ensuring all specifications are met.
• Coordinate construction plans across various disciplines and ensure the timely submission of design documents to regulatory agencies. Support project management by overseeing timelines, deliverables, and client communication, contributing to the successful execution of projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

--Position Requirements--

• MUST be an expert in AUTOCAD CIVIL3D
• MUST have experience with heavy hands‑on design specific to UTILITIES space specific to WATER UTILITIES
• MUST have experience with design for water‑bearing infrastructure such as pipes, pipelines, pumps, lift stations, and/or treatment plants
• MUST feel confident in ability to succeed in CAD assessment to verify level of technical expertise and knowledge in use of tool specific to demonstrating knowledge of tool use for utility‑based design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Suite software’s and drafting techniques.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience in Commercial, Retail, Restaurant, and Industrial projects is a plus.
• Adaptable and receptive to instruction from others.
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with a team
• Excellent oral, written and organizational skills.
• Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate project deadlines.
• Detail oriented, quality conscious, reliable and self‑motivated.
• Valid state‑issued driver's license with a clean driving record
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8‑10 years of experience in design, with a strong focus on commercial and residential projects.

What We Offer:

--Compensation & Benefits--

• Dependent upon experience.
• CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long‑Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability.
• 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.

CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.