Civil / Geotechnical CAD Drafter

Job Overview

We are seeking a Civil / Geotechnical CAD Drafter to support our growing civil and geotechnical engineering team. This position will focus on preparing construction drawings, design exhibits, details, figures, and plan sets for a variety of civil infrastructure, geotechnical, foundation, earth retention, and construction support projects.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working closely with engineers and project managers to convert design concepts, field information, sketches, and markups into clear, accurate, and professional drawings.

Key Responsibilities

· Prepare civil and geotechnical drawings using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.

· Ability to prepare civil and geotechnical drawings using Microstation OpenRoads, or willingness to learn.

· Develop plan views, profiles, sections, details, notes, schedules, and construction drawings from engineer sketches, calculations, redlines, survey information, and field data.

· Support preparation of drawings for site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, erosion control, foundations, retaining walls, earth retention systems, underpinning, micropiles, helical piles, soil nails, and other specialty geotechnical systems.

· Prepare figures and exhibits for proposals, design memoranda, geotechnical reports, construction submittals, and permit applications.

· Assist with quantity take-offs and drawing-based measurements.

· Revise drawings based on engineer comments, client comments, agency comments, and field changes.

· Maintain drawing files, references, templates, blocks, layers, and project documentation in accordance with company standards.

· Review drawings for consistency, accuracy, completeness, spelling, dimensions, scales, references, and general constructability.

· Assist with organizing plan sets and preparing drawings for internal review, client submittal, permitting, and construction use.

· Communicate questions or conflicts in project information to the appropriate engineer or project manager.

Required Qualifications

· Associate’s degree, technical diploma, or certificate in Drafting & Design, Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, Construction Management, or a related field.

· 2 years of drafting or civil design experience.

· Proficiency with AutoCAD.

· Basic understanding of civil construction drawings, plan preparation, dimensions, scales, and drafting standards.

· Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, sketches, redlines, survey information, and technical documents.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.

· Strong organizational and communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with Civil 3D.

· Experience preparing civil, structural, geotechnical, transportation, site development, or utility drawings.

· Familiarity with grading, drainage, erosion control, utilities, retaining walls, foundations, earth retention, or specialty geotechnical construction.

· Experience with MicroStation, GIS, Revit, Bluebeam, or other design/documentation software.

· Familiarity with DOT, municipal, or agency drafting standards.

· Experience preparing construction details, cross sections, profiles, and plan sheets.

Key Competencies

· Detail-oriented with strong drafting accuracy.

· Ability to follow CAD standards and maintain organized drawing files.

· Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to ask questions when information is unclear.

· Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

· Professional communication with engineers, project managers, and team members.

· Interest in learning civil and geotechnical design practices.

Job Type

Full-time

This position is preferably based in our Lexington, Kentucky office, with regular in-person collaboration expected. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered for qualified candidates based on experience, location, and project needs.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with a 30‑day 1st of the month eligibility period

Telehealth and virtual primary care access

Simple IRA(retirement plan) with employer match up to 3%

Tenure‑based PTO program

Standard paid holidays

Company paid life insurance Employee assistance program Relocation assistance

Compensation Package

Hourly or salaried options are available

Bonus opportunities

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Civil 3D: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lexington, KY 40511 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lexington, KY 40511: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000