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CAD Drafter (Lafayette, LA)

Tetra Tech
Lafayette, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026 CLOSED ON 9/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Drafter (Lafayette, LA) position at Tetra Tech?

We are a systems integration and engineering services company with a passion for tearing down industrial inefficiencies. We believe that systems integration is fundamental to leveraging new and well-established technologies against operational challenges in the manufacturing and industrial ecosystem. Our objective is to be the trusted, first-choice service provider for delivering best-in-class operational technology to control, automate, operate, analyze and optimize assets.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers to set up, prepare, and manage construction drawings
  • Prepare dimensional drawings and modify base files using AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Revise and update existing drawings to reflect design changes
  • Create and maintain electronic file structures and naming conventions in accordance with company standards
  • Prepare project documents from start to finish with professional-quality output
  • Manage multiple active projects and meet deadlines efficiently
  • Adhere to CAD standards (Tetra Tech or client-specific)
  • Work collaboratively on drawings that meet and exceed client requirements during bid and submittal phases.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Associate degree in CAD Drafting or a related field, or completion of a certified Autodesk Civil 3D training program, plus at least five years of relevant work experience
  • Proven proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil design, including feature lines, grading objects, survey points, profiles, surfaces, and pipe networks
  • Experience using Civil 3D labels
  • Excellent communication skills — interpersonal, listening, oral, and written
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and general PC usage
  • Knowledge of standard drafting practices and procedures
  • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage time effectively
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time
  • Occasional site or office visits may be required to coordinate with project teams or review design documentation
  • Work is typically performed in a professional office environment using a computer for extended periods, with a moderate noise level.

Personal Relation Skills

  • Must be a detail-oriented, results-driven individual with a commitment to quality, accuracy, with the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal and excellent communication (written and oral) skills.
  • Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task and be willing to learn.
  • Must be able to work collaboratively and cooperatively, take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations and field personnel.
  • Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility in managing multiple projects.

WORK REMOTELY: No

JOB TYPE: Part -time

Benefits

  • Basic Core Medical plan offered
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Training

Why Tetra Tech

In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork and respectful collaboration is highly valued. We offer the benefits of a midsized local office atmosphere backed by a large network of highly skilled professionals.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties.

Additional Information

  • Organization: 178 TTS

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