Topographic CAD Drafter – Civil 3D & Survey Maps

Spear & Associates, Inc.; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Spear & Associates, Inc. in California seeks a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter to support our surveying team. You will produce accurate topographic surveys, easements, plats, and related construction maps using AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

You will interpret field notes and survey data, manage multiple drawings, maintain CAD files, and collaborate with field crews to ensure precise, compliant deliverables.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D experience strongly preferred).
• Experience drafting topo maps, easements, plats, or survey-related drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret survey data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of land surveying principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare topographic survey maps, site plans, and base files using AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Create and update easement documents, legal exhibits, and boundary-related drawings.
• Produce clear, precise survey maps, figures, and deliverables that meet company and client standards.
• Interpret field notes, sketches, point files, and survey data to develop accurate drawings.
• Coordinate with survey coordinators, field crews, and office staff to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain organized CAD files and adhere to drafting standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

Topo maps

Survey drawings

Attention to detail

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Spear & Associates, Inc. in California seeks a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter to support our surveying team. You will produce accurate topographic surveys, easements, plats, and related construction maps using AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

You will interpret field notes and survey data, manage multiple drawings, maintain CAD files, and collaborate with field crews to ensure precise, compliant deliverables.