What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Drafter - Civil/ Land Development position at ELITE ENGINEERING LLC?
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a CAD Drafter to join our team! As a CAD Drafter you will be working closely with other drafters as well as design teams to draft drawings in AutoCAD to specifications that are detailed, accurate, and visually appealing. You will follow company CAD guidelines for all processes, including naming conventions, data storage, and layout standards. The ideal candidate has experience with AutoCAD or engineering, excellent communication skills, and works well within a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering Technology (preferred, not both required
- Understanding of civil/site design plans (grading, utilities, SWM, erosion control)
- Develop plans for grading, stormwater management, utilities (water/sewer), and erosion & sediment control
- Revise drawings based on engineer markups and project updates
- Assist in the preparation of plan sets for permit submissions
- Ensure drawings comply with company standards and local jurisdiction requirements
- Maintain organized CAD files and project documentation
- Coordinate with engineers and internal design team member
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in civil drafting (land development preferred
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)
- Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field (preferred)
- Strong understanding of site development plans (grading, utilities, stormwater)
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Strong understanding of Civil Engineering principles and design standards
- Ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Willingness to continuously learn and stay up-to-date with industry developments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work well within a team environment