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Senior CAD Technician DET - Bridge Design Drafter

Janssen & Spaans Engineering, Inc.
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2026

Janssen & Spaans Engineering (JSE) is looking for a Senior CAD Technician (DET) to join our team! COMPENSATION COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE. This role provides engineering excellence, plans, identifies, prioritizes, tracks and monitors tasks and sequences in the process to produce the desired outcome. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Design Technology, Applied Science, or alternate applicable degree and six (6) or more years’ experience in performing engineering design drafting on bridge projects, including but not limited to:


Bridge:

Reinforced Concrete Details

Superstructure Types: Prestressed Concrete, Structural Steel

Falsework and Shoring

Construction Sequencing & Erection: Cofferdams


Job Description:

  • Produce drawings using computer-assisted drafting systems: AutoCAD or MicroStation (Preferred)
  • Follow client, JSE, and Department of Transportation (DOT) and ASHTO codes and standards
  • Draft plans and detailed drawings for bridge construction and miscellaneous projects
  • Read construction and engineering documents to assist with creation of shop drawings
  • Provide timely updates for drawing completion and workload
  • Mentor associate CAD Technicians


Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Associate’s degree in Design Technology, Applied Science, or alternate applicable degree
  • Over six (6) years’ experience in related field
  • Understanding and application of civil engineering concepts and practices
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation/Bentley, and related drafting software
  • Understanding of Microsoft Office applications i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams
  • Work independently and coordinate effectively with multi-disciplined project teams
  • Effective time management skills to meet deadlines
  • Experience with traffic and signage detail (preferred but not required)
  • Detail-oriented


A culmination of Road and Bridge Engineers, CAD Techs, Surveyors, and Project Managers, JSE thrives on pushing the industry forward one project at a time. Led by an excellent leadership team and a strong supporting staff, JSE continues to grow in the Transportation and Structural Engineering industry. JSE offers absolute commitment to provide the highest quality road, bridge, and small structure design services to ensure that INDOT’S needs are continuously met, and the required submittals are delivered on schedule.


We strive to support our team members everyday through excellent communication and optional, quarterly, all-inclusive team outings to sporting events, entertainment venues, and holiday celebrations.


JSE offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance. Our package also offers flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and 401(k) with an Employee Stock Ownership Program.

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000

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