Civil AutoCAD Drafter, Entry-Level Civil3D

Entry-Level Civil CAD Technician / Drafter

Interested in this role? Apply directly today to Chaney Cornell at chcornell@actalentservices. com for immediate consideration.

Job Description

The CAD Designer will work closely with Civil Project Engineers and Project Managers to support the production of construction drawings for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on production drafting role focused on generating high-quality plan sets and design documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D and 3D civil construction drawings.
• Draft plan sheets, profiles, and details in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Prepare report figures and design exhibits.
• Assist with quantity take-offs.
• Support engineers with design activities and project coordination.
• Conduct occasional fieldwork or site verification as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative drafting environment.

Essential Skills

• 2 years of professional experience in AutoCAD, proficiency.
• Exposure to Civil 3D in a professional setting.
• Experience preparing civil plan sets for utilities, roadway, or site development projects.
• Ability to draft and design civil construction plans.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in plan production.
• Positive attitude, ability to learn quickly, professionalism, and strong communication.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with creating plans and profiles in Civil3D.
• Prior experience with water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Experience with municipal clients or public-sector design.
• Exposure to 3D modeling tools or workflows.
• Associate’s Degree in Drafting & Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.

Why Apply?

• CAD team is led by dedicated CAD/Revit managers, so you're not siloed under a single engineer, giving you broader exposure, better mentorship, and a faster development path.
• Work with multiple engineers and project managers instead of being tied to one discipline, expanding your skills and experience.
• Structured mentorship program where you'd be assigned a mentor, and eventually you can become a mentor as well.
• Water/wastewater work is highly specialized, stable, and recession‑proof, offering long‑term career security and higher earning potential. No prior water/wastewater experience is necessary - we will teach the skills here!
• Opportunity to learn Revit and grow into higher‑paying, multidiscipline drafting and modeling roles.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge tools including VR, 3D modeling, laser scanning, and advanced design technology used to win projects and improve client delivery.
• Projects are complex and multi‑disciplinary, involving civil, chemical, mechanical, and electrical components - great for expanding technical depth
• Gain experience producing large, coordinated plan sets with many moving parts, enhancing your drafting and design capabilities.

Work Environment

The position is within a civil engineering consulting firm specializing in municipal water and wastewater systems. Work schedules are flexible, with options for either M–Th 7:00–5:00, Fri 7:00–11:00, or M–F 8:00–5:00. The typical workweek consists of 40–45 hours. The role is office-based with direct access to engineers and project teams, incorporating occasional field tasks. The environment is team-oriented with a collaborative and supportive engineering culture.

This is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 2026.

About Actalent

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Salary : $30 - $39