Sr. AutoCAD Designer

American Society of Interior Designers, Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

American Society of Interior Designers, Inc is seeking a Senior Civil AutoCAD Designer hybrid near Minneapolis, MN or Milwaukee, WI. You will lead civil design production, develop detailed Civil 3D models, and mentor junior designers while coordinating with engineers, planners, and project managers.

The role requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related, 10+ years of AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience, and advanced proficiency in Civil 3D for grading, alignments,

Qualifications

• Advanced training or certifications in AutoCAD Civil 3D strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive AutoCAD and Civil 3D design experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, or land development.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex drafting and modeling efforts for multidisciplinary projects.
• Expert‑level proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including surfaces, grading, alignments, corridors, pipe networks, profiles and sections.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with mentorship and technical guidance to designers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and development of complex civil drawings, plans, and construction documents.
• Develop Civil 3D models including grading, alignments, corridors, surfaces, and pipe networks.
• Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy and alignment with standards.
• Mentor junior designers and coordinate across cross‑functional teams.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil 3D Modeling

Mentoring

Leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

As a key technical leader, the Senior Civil AutoCAD Designer helps shape drafting standards, enhance production workflows, support QA/QC processes, and mentor junior designers. This position is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive, collaborative approach to delivering high‑quality civil design work.

Hybrid near Minneapolis, MN or Milwaukee, WI

In this role, you will:

Civil Design & Technical Documentation

• Lead the preparation and development of complex civil engineering drawings, plans, and construction documents for infrastructure and land development projects.
• Produce highly detailed site layouts, grading plans, utility plans, roadway designs, profiles, sections, and related technical documentation.
• Ensure design documents accurately reflect engineering intent, project requirements, constructability considerations, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Coordinate drawing production across multiple project phases, including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation.

Civil 3D Modeling & Technical Coordination

• Develop, manage, and refine advanced Civil 3D models, including grading, alignments, corridors, surfaces, utility systems, and pipe networks.
• Utilize data shortcuts, reference management, and model coordination workflows to support efficient multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with civil engineers, architects, planners, landscape architects, and project managers to resolve design conflicts and support integrated project solutions.
• Interpret engineering calculations, sketches, markups, and technical reports to create accurate and constructible design models and documentation.

Quality Assurance & Standards Management

• Perform high‑level QA/QC reviews of drawings and models produced by the design team to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal standards and jurisdictional requirements.
• Identify and resolve design conflicts, inconsistencies, and coordination issues proactively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of CAD standards, templates, libraries, and production workflows.
• Promote consistency and best practices in drafting, file organization, model management, and project documentation.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for junior designers and drafting staff, providing guidance on Civil 3D workflows, production standards, and problem‑solving approaches.
• Support project managers and engineering teams in establishing production schedules, deliverable expectations, and coordination strategies.
• Participate in project meetings and coordination discussions to support effective communication and project execution.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on quality, accountability, continuous learning, and technical excellence.

You will need to have:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting, or a related discipline required.
• Advanced training or certifications in AutoCAD Civil 3D strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in AutoCAD and Civil 3D design within civil engineering, infrastructure, or land development environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex drafting and modeling efforts for multidisciplinary projects.
• Expert‑level proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including: surfaces, grading , alignments, corridors, pipe networks , profiles and sections, data shortcuts and reference management.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering design principles, including earthwork modeling, utility coordination, site grading, stormwater systems, and roadway geometry.
• Experience integrating GIS datasets and coordinating models across multiple disciplines preferred.
• Advanced ability to interpret engineering calculations, architectural plans, and technical drawings and translate them into accurate construction documentation.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving ability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively within cross‑functional project teams.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to provide mentorship and technical guidance to other designers.

Salary range - $89,300-118,200/yr depending on experience