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Civil Cad Technician - Entry Level

Actalent
Naperville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2026

Civil CAD Technician – Kickstart Your Career in Engineering Design!

Ready to launch your career in civil drafting? We’re looking for motivated individuals with a passion for design and a foundation in CAD to join our team. If you’ve taken CAD classes or have hands-on experience with AutoCAD, this is your chance to turn that knowledge into a rewarding career in the energy sector.


About the Role

As a Civil CAD Technician, you’ll play a key role in creating accurate 2D basemaps and plan sheets that power gas distribution and transmission projects. Using GIS exports, aerial imagery, survey data, and other sources, you’ll produce drawing sets that meet project requirements and adhere to established drafting standards—symbols, line types, text styles, and annotations included.


What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with engineers and designers to clarify project scope and resolve issues.
  • Create precision basemaps using AutoCAD and industry standards.
  • Apply redline processes to ensure compliance with drafting guidelines.
  • Contribute to innovation by helping develop CAD standards and best practices.
  • Gain real-world insight through quarterly field visits.
  • Support the team with additional assignments that drive success.

What We’re Looking For

  • Entry-Level Talent: 0–2 years of drafting experience preferred.
  • CAD Knowledge: Proficiency in AutoCAD or completion of CAD coursework.
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with utility drafting, base mapping, and design principles.
  • Bonus Points: AutoCAD Certification and understanding of underground utilities, gas distribution, and power delivery.

Education

  • Associate Degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.

Why Join Us?

  • Hands-on experience with real projects that impact communities.
  • Collaborative environment where your ideas matter.
  • Growth opportunities to advance your technical skills and career.

If you’re eager to learn, detail-oriented, and ready to start your journey in civil design, apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Naperville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Naperville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $18 - $24

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