Senior CADD Designer 2 - Survey Team

RETTEW is seeking a Senior Designer 2 to support our Survey team. This role is ideal for an experienced CAD professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys applying design expertise to help deliver precise, reliable survey data for engineering and construction projects.

About RETTEW

At RETTEW, we turn complex challenges into sustainable solutions. As a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm with over 55 years of experience, we are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Our specialties include engineering, environmental consulting, land development, surveying, safety, and more—all grounded in our core values: Act Like an Owner, Value Relationships, and Exemplify Excellence.

Work Environment: Hybrid – Three days in office.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA; Akron/Canton, OH; or Morgantown, WV

Position Summary / What You’ll Do

As a Senior Designer 2, you will play a key role in producing high-quality CAD drawings, plans, and survey deliverables that support land development, infrastructure, and construction projects. Working closely with surveyors, engineers, and project managers, you’ll help ensure our clients receive accurate, timely, and well-coordinated designs.

Responsibilities / Day-to-Day

- Prepare detailed survey drawings and mapping deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related tools.

- Collaborate with survey crews, project managers, and engineers to translate field data into design documents.

- Develop base maps, boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and topographic surveys.

- Maintain CAD standards and quality control for deliverables.

- Support project schedules by managing drafting priorities and meeting deadlines.

- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced CAD staff.

- Coordinate with internal teams across offices to share expertise and resources.

Qualifications

Required

- Associate degree or technical certification in CAD, drafting, or a related field.

- Minimum 5 years of experience in survey drafting and design.

- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

- Proficiency with Trimble Business Center.

- Proficient in processing, sampling, and extracting data from terrestrial and LiDAR-based point cloud datasets.

- Strong understanding of survey principles and terminology.

- Ability to interpret field notes, deed descriptions, and engineering plans.

- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred

- Background in land development or infrastructure projects.

- Knowledge of GIS applications.

- Previous mentorship or training experience with junior CAD staff.

- Project research skills and competence in reading and understanding:

Railroad Val Maps

Roadway right-of-way documentation and plans

Deeds and/or subdivision plans

- Familiarity with Autodesk ReCAP

What We Offer

- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).

- Paid time off, volunteer time off, and flexible scheduling.

- Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

- A culture that values ownership, relationships, and excellence.

RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at jperalta@rettew.com to request assistance.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Graduate of two-year technical school or associate’s degree in related field
2. Minimum eight years’ CADD experience
3. Minimum six years’ design experience
4. Excellent communication and organization skills
5. Strict attention to detail
6. Ability to work well as part of a team
7. Customer service oriented