Senior Transportation CADD Technician New Columbus, OH

Burgess & Niple, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple, Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation CAD Technician to contribute drafting expertise for transportation and civil projects. You will work directly with project engineers to develop construction drawings, refine designs, and prepare detailed layouts that meet standards.

You will leverage Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroStation/OpenRoads to produce accurate plans and specifications while supporting junior CAD technicians and ensuring project quality across regions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational/associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of CAD drafting experience in civil or transportation projects.
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD; Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide CAD drafting support for various project sizes and multiple clients across regions.
• Prepare and label preliminary layouts and detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and other source documents.
• Work directly with project engineers to develop construction drawings for transportation projects.
• Produce accurate and complete technical drawings that meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct thorough reviews of drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to resolve technical questions and design issues.
• Assist in training junior-level CAD technicians on MicroStation/OpenRoads, plan production, and best practices.
• Utilize CADD software efficiently to produce construction plans, details, and specifications.

Skills

CAD drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Associate degree in CAD or Civil Engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

OpenRoads

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Join our dynamic transportation team and advance your career as a Senior Transportation CAD Technician where your technical expertise will drive project success. You’ll provide essential drafting expertise across diverse transportation and civil projects while working directly with project engineers to develop high-quality construction drawings. You'll prepare detailed layouts, refine engineering designs, and contribute to infrastructure projects that serve communities across multiple regions. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen your technical expertise while collaborating with senior designers and engineers in a team-oriented environment that values precision, reliability, and professional growth.

What You’ll Do

• Provide CAD drafting support for various project sizes and multiple clients across regions
• Prepare and label preliminary layouts and detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and other source documents
• Work directly with project engineers to develop construction drawings for transportation projects
• Produce accurate and complete technical drawings that meet project specifications and quality standards
• Conduct thorough reviews of drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to resolve technical questions and design issues
• Assist in training junior-level CAD technicians on MicroStation/OpenRoads, plan production, and best practices
• Utilize CADD software efficiently to produce construction plans, details, and specifications

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Vocational school, associate degree, or certificate in CAD technology, drafting, civil engineering technology, or related field, preferred
• 5+ years of related CAD experience in civil or transportation projects
• Full understanding of technical drawings from engineering sketches and notes
• Experience in plan development for public agencies, counties and/or municipalities
• Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD required; experience with Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads preferred
• Experience in plan development for public agencies, counties and/or municipalities
• Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Clickhere to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.