Civil Cad Designer

Job Title: Civil CAD Designer

About the Role

The Civil CAD Designer plays a key role in supporting a diverse range of land development projects throughout central Ohio. This position focuses on producing high‑quality civil engineering drawings and models using AutoCAD Civil 3D, working closely with engineers, surveyors, clients, and contractors to deliver accurate, constructible site plans.

Projects include stormwater drainage, sanitary sewers, waterlines, storm sewers, and supporting civil infrastructure. This role is well‑suited for an experienced CAD professional who can work independently, communicate effectively, and is motivated to learn and apply new technologies while navigating state and local design and approval requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed civil engineering drawings for site development, including stormwater drainage, sanitary sewers, waterlines, storm sewers, and related design information.
• Develop construction drawings and CAD models using AutoCAD Civil 3D for a wide range of land development projects.
• Assist with the design of stormwater management systems, sanitary sewer systems, water distribution systems, and roadway alignments.
• Create and refine surface grading plans using contours and spot elevations.
• Import, interpret, and apply survey data, aerial imagery, and GIS files to support design efforts.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, surveyors, and design professionals to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with cost estimates for civil site work.
• Support permitting processes by preparing documentation, plan sets, and responses to agency comments.
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to company drafting standards and QA/QC procedures.
• Communicate design intent clearly with internal teams, clients, and contractors.
• Contribute to a variety of project types, including municipal, urban redevelopment, education, retail, parks and recreation, subdivisions, and healthcare developments.
• Gradually take on increased responsibility, with the opportunity to help run projects as a designer once comfortable in the role.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of site civil design experience, including grading, site layout, stormwater drainage, sanitary sewers, waterlines, and storm sewers.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, with the ability to independently develop construction drawings and models.
• Solid experience with grading design, surface development, feature lines, pipe part libraries, and pipe networks.
• Ability to work efficiently in a deadline‑driven environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with teams, clients, and contractors.
• Working knowledge of State of Ohio and local agency design and approval requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles related to stormwater, sanitary sewer, water distribution, and roadway design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications (Preferred)

• Civil engineering degree or related technical degree.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) credential.
• Survey CAD experience, including working with survey data and files.
• Experience importing and interpreting GIS files and aerial imagery.
• Interest in learning and applying new technologies within a design and drafting environment.
• Desire for career growth, including potential progression into project management roles.
• Membership in professional organizations, with company support available for dues and membership fees.
• Experience contributing to projects such as municipal, urban redevelopment, education, retail, parks and recreation, subdivisions, and healthcare developments.

Work Environment & Culture

• Hybrid work schedule: four days in the office and one remote day each week, with flexibility for special circumstances.
• Collaborative office environment with approximately 30 local professionals.
• Innovative, technology‑driven organization focused on civil engineering and CAD design using AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data, and GIS files.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects to promote steady workload and varied experience.
• Strong emphasis on professional development, including opportunities to take on more responsibility, assist with running projects, and move into project management roles.
• Benefits include education assistance, paid professional dues and memberships, and monthly company events that foster a positive and engaging workplace.
• Professional engineering and design office attire.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $30 - $45