Civil CAD Drafter/Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Civil CAD Designer (Civil 3D)

Job Description

A growing civil engineering consulting firm is seeking a Civil CAD Designer to support the design of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role works closely with Project Engineers and Project Managers to develop construction drawings and design documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

This is a hands-on production drafting role focused on generating high-quality plan sets and design documents while working alongside experienced engineers and designers in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Produce 2D and 3D civil construction drawings
• Draft plan sheets, profiles, and details using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Prepare report figures and design exhibits
• Assist with quantity take-offs
• Support Project Engineers and Project Managers throughout the design process
• Assist with project coordination and design activities
• Participate in occasional field visits for site verification and measurements
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative design environment

Build Your Career in a Growing Industry

Everyone needs water.

Communities continue to invest heavily in water and wastewater infrastructure, creating strong demand for skilled Civil 3D professionals. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized design skills while working on projects that directly impact local communities.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your Civil 3D experience or expand your knowledge of municipal infrastructure design, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and build a long-term career in a stable and growing industry.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience using Civil 3D in a professional setting
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Experience preparing, drafting, and designing civil construction plans

Preferred

• Experience supporting civil engineering design projects
• Municipal, utility, transportation, land development, or water/wastewater project experience preferred
• Associate's Degree in Drafting & Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field

Why Join Our Team?

At many engineering firms, CAD professionals are managed by engineers. This organization is unique in that CAD and Revit professionals are part of a dedicated design department led by experienced CAD and design professionals.

The company places a strong emphasis on design, modeling, training, and career development.

You'll be joining a collaborative team of CAD professionals and will be paired with a mentor to help you continue developing your technical skills and career goals.

Additional benefits

include:

• Dedicated mentor assigned to support your professional growth and technical development
• Strong emphasis on training and career development
• The company looks for candidates with strong Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and civil drafting fundamentals and provides training and mentorship on water and wastewater design concepts
• Frequent performance evaluations and feedback
• Annual pay reviews and salary increases
• Opportunity to develop specialized Civil 3D skills within the water and wastewater industry
• Exposure to a niche market with long-term stability and continued demand
• Opportunity to work on infrastructure projects that positively impact local communities
• Collaborative team environment that values CAD and design professionals
• Mix of office-based work with occasional field exposure

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based with occasional field visits for site verification, measurements, and project-related activities.

Schedule options include:

Option 1

• Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Option 2

• Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Average work week is approximately 44–45 hours.

The organization maintains dedicated CAD leadership focused on developing technical talent and supporting long-term career growth.

Compensation

Pay Range: $32.50 -

$45.00 per hour

Compensation is based on experience, Civil 3D proficiency, and relevant industry experience.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN.

The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in South Bend,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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