Senior CAD Drafter/Designer – Civil & Solar Projects

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Team collaboration

Professional growth

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking a Mid/Senior CAD Drafter/Designer to support civil, environmental, and renewable energy projects, including solar development.

You will work with engineers and senior designers to develop accurate drawings and 3D models used in planning, permitting, and construction. Key duties include drafting civil, geotechnical, and structural drawings; creating topographic maps and cross-sections; and ensuring QA/QC standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 5+ years of CAD/Drafting experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (2023+) and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of Civil 3D modules and QA/QC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Draft civil, geotechnical, and structural drawings for roads, culverts, and drainage.
• Prepare topographic maps, profiles, cross-sections, and QA/QC checks.
• Develop 3D models using CAD software and coordinate with engineers.
• Ensure drawings meet client standards and plotting requirements.
• Support with permitting documents and project delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s degree in CAD or Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking a Mid/Senior CAD Drafter/Designer to support civil, environmental, and renewable energy projects, including solar development.

You will work with engineers and senior designers to develop accurate drawings and 3D models used in planning, permitting, and construction. Key duties include drafting civil, geotechnical, and structural drawings; creating topographic maps and cross-sections; and ensuring QA/QC standards.