Survey CAD Technician

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 47,693 - 87,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Profit Sharing

Performance Bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Civil and Environmental Consultants is seeking a Survey CAD Technician for their Naperville, IL office. In this role, you will utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to create civil site plans, grading and drainage plans, and other essential documentation for various projects.

You will also be responsible for calculating construction estimates and ensuring compliance with project standards. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $47,693 to $87,210 based on experience, in addition to bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Civil 3D experience required.

Responsibilities

• Produce civil site and restoration documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Calculate construction estimates and determine earthwork volumes.
• Review drawings for compliance with design standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Aided Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Survey CAD Technician

Job Location: Naperville, IL, USA

Overview

Ready to take your career to an industry leader? Join Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), at Naperville office and step into a high‑impact role where you're shaping the future of our practice.

As a Survey CAD Technician at CEC, you will:

• Work with project managers to produce civil site, water resources, stream restoration, and solid waste construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including site plans, grading & drainage plans, utility plans, erosion control plans, storm and sewer profiles.
• Assist in stream restoration design, creating plans, profiles, and channel cross‑sections, calculating quantities, and developing stormwater pollution prevention plans.
• Calculate construction estimates, determine earthwork volumes (cuts and fills) from existing and proposed topography, and identify appropriate construction control systems on plans (baselines, stationing, control points, etc.).
• Provide value‑oriented design suggestions, review drawings and documents, and ensure compliance with company design and production standards.

Potential sign‑on and relocation bonus, if applicable.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Aided Drafting
• 4+ years of Civil 3D experience
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Benefits

Matching 401(k), profit sharing, performance bonus, company stock, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, tuition assistance, professional development, and work‑life balance.

Compensation

Salary range: $47,693 – $87,210 based on experience and location. In addition, overtime pay and other benefits are offered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.