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Senior CAD Administrator - Autodesk

Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
Description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Senior CAD Administrator-Autodesk to join our Iowa team. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.


We are looking for a Senior CAD Administrator-Autodesk who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! You will join our well-established CAD Services team to assist with the set-up, training, and support for our design staff. We use Autodesk Civil 3D extensively for the plan production process and are looking for candidates who have excellent knowledge of Civil 3D.


What You Will Be Doing:


  • Maintain and support design software systems (AutoCAD, Civil 3D), including implementation, customization, and troubleshooting of applications and hardware


  • Develop and enforce company-specific templates, workflows, and production standards to optimize efficiency


  • Provide training and technical guidance to staff on design software and procedures; serve as a resource for standardization committees


  • Research and recommend software tools to enhance design processes; apply intermediate programming skills (LISP, VBA, .NET)


  • Assist with engineering technician duties, travel to project sites as needed, and uphold confidentiality and compliance standards


What We Are Looking For:


  • Associate degree in drafting or related degree from an accredited college
  • 7 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Moderate to advanced understanding of the Windows OS environment, printer/plotter and video drivers
  • Advanced knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and related applications
  • General knowledge of database concepts
  • Effective interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail, time management, organization and problem-solving skills

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.


WHY BOLTON & MENK?
Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/


OUR BENEFITS
At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers


We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.


It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including disability and vets.

Qualifications

Education
Associate of Science of Drafting (preferred)


Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.


 

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