Senior CADD Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

401(k) & ESOP

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Job summary

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Senior CADD Technician to support the Mining and Energy market in Lexington, KY. You will develop high-quality drawings and geospatial data while collaborating with engineers, surveyors, and GIS professionals to move projects from concept to completion.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior staff, improving workflows, and ensuring accuracy across multiple projects in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD or related field required.
• 10+ years of AutoCAD experience, preferably civil/mining.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2018 or newer.
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD, GIS, and related platforms.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to prepare plans and technical docs.
• Create plan and profile drawings from survey/field data.
• Revise drawings based on markups and direction.
• Organize project files within document management systems.
• Support mining, energy, and infrastructure projects across RESPEC offices.
• Mentor junior team members in CADD and GIS technologies.
• Contribute to field and office project activities and improve workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Mentoring

Education

Associate of Applied Science in CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here.RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Job Description

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Senior CADD Technician to support our Mining and Energy market sector in Lexington, KY.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting mining and infrastructure projects by developing high-quality engineering drawings, geospatial data products, and technical documentation. You’ll work alongside engineers, project managers, surveyors, and GIS professionals to bring projects from concept to completion while helping drive efficiency and best practices across our teams.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD, GIS, and related software platforms
• Collaborate with project engineers and project managers to prepare plans, designs, permits, and technical documentation
• Create plan and profile drawings using survey and field data
• Perform drawing revisions based on markups, sketches, and verbal direction
• Manage and organize project files within established document management systems and company standards
• Support mining, energy, and infrastructure projects across multiple RESPEC offices and business units
• Mentor and assist in the development of junior team members in CADD and GIS technologies
• Contribute to field and office-based project activities as needed
• Identify opportunities to enhance workflows, improve software utilization, and implement innovative solutions that increase efficiency and quality

Qualifications

Required

• Associate of applied science degree in computer-aided design and drafting
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in AutoCAD, preferably in the civil/mining environment
• Proficient with AutoCAD 2018 or newer
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically with Excel and Word)
• Strong attention to detail and presentation
• Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects concurrently
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.