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AutoCAD / Civil 3D Technician
Location:
Portland, CT
Job Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$65,000–$75,000/year
About the Organization
Our client is an established
civil engineering and infrastructure services firm
specializing in the planning, design, construction support, and documentation of civil and utility infrastructure projects. The organization works closely with engineers, surveyors, field personnel, and contractors to deliver accurate and practical design solutions.
The company has a collaborative, hands-on work environment and values
technical accuracy, quality, efficiency, and professional development . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CAD professional to contribute to civil infrastructure projects while working closely with engineering and field teams.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced
AutoCAD / Civil 3D Technician
to support civil engineering and utility infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will transform field and survey data into accurate construction plans, design drawings, and as-built record drawings.
This position requires strong hands-on
AutoCAD Civil 3D
experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers and field personnel.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed design drawings and construction plans using
- AutoCAD Civil 3D .
- Develop alignments, profiles, plan production, and other civil design documents.
- Convert
- Trimble GPS data and field notes
- into accurate as-built drawings.
- Prepare and maintain construction and record drawings in accordance with established drafting standards.
- Maintain quality, consistency, and accuracy across CAD deliverables.
- Assist with field data management, documentation, and archiving.
- Support improvements to CAD workflows and drafting processes.
- Collaborate with engineers and field personnel to identify and resolve design or data discrepancies.
- Provide informal guidance and mentoring to junior drafting staff.
- Manage assigned drafting projects independently and meet project deadlines.
- Required Qualifications
- 5 years of relevant CAD drafting/design experience
- in a civil engineering environment.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is mandatory.
- Solid understanding of civil design principles, survey data, coordinate systems, and projections.
- Experience preparing construction plans and technical drawings.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including
- Excel, Word, and Outlook .
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree in drafting, civil engineering, or a related field.
- Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP)
- certification.
- Experience with
- utility, water infrastructure, pipeline, or similar civil construction projects .
- Experience working with
- Trimble GPS
- and field survey data.
- Experience with
- GIS platforms such as ArcGIS or QGIS .
- Basic scripting or
- VBA
- experience.
- Experience producing as-built/record drawings from field information.
- Ideal Candidate
- The ideal candidate will have strong
- Civil 3D drafting experience
- combined with a background in
- civil infrastructure, utilities, water, pipeline, or related construction projects . Candidates should be comfortable working with survey and field data, preparing detailed construction documents, and collaborating with engineers and field teams.
- Candidates who can work independently, maintain high drafting standards, and contribute to improving CAD workflows are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company matching and profit sharing
- Medical/health insurance
- Paid time off
- Cell phone stipend
- Career advancement opportunities
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000