CAD Technician (Greater Chicago Area)

Ciorba Group is an employee-owned, people-first engineering firm that delivers innovative solutions to solve real-world problems and improve communities. For almost 100 years, we've provided comprehensive engineering services for infrastructure improvement projects. We have offices in Chicago, Peoria, and Crown Point. Join our team and you will help provide engineering solutions on major infrastructure improvements across the Midwest for various DOT's, counties, and municipalities.

We are looking for a CAD Technician to join our team in Chicago or Peoria, IL. You will work alongside experienced engineers and senior technicians on various infrastructure projects, producing and maintaining technical drawings central to our project delivery. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to develop their skills in a professional engineering environment and grow within a supportive, established firm.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for understanding the work assigned to them or asking their supervisor to clarify

the assignment.

• Prepare drawings using Bentley MicroStation.

• Follow established CAD standards and drafting conventions.

• Coordinate with engineers to ensure accuracy and completeness of drawings.

• Revise drawings based on engineer and client feedback.

• Collaborate with other technicians and engineers on project teams.

• Assist or work independently on plan preparation.

• Understand and manage various DOT or other agency specifications and standards.

• With training, become proficient in 3D modeling, including renderings.

• May work overtime as directed by supervisor on an as-needed basis.

• Other duties may be assigned, both temporary and permanent.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or Technician Certification in Civil/Structural Engineering Technology, Drafting, or a related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.

• Understanding of basic drafting principles and conventions.

• Bentley MicroStation and/or AutoCAD knowledge.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy.

• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a project team.

• Eagerness to learn and grow in a professional engineering setting.

• 0–2 years of relevant experience; prior exposure to bridge or infrastructure drawings is an asset, not a requirement.