Civil Drafting Engineer

Job Summary:

The Civil Drafting Engineer role at Biarri Networks is responsible for supporting the curation and production of post-design packages, including right-of-way permit and construction packages utilizing tools including AutoCAD and AI tools. This position will work closely with the Permitting and Project Management teams, in addition to Design team members, to create detailed plans and specifications for design engineering projects. Reporting in the Civil Works Manager, the Civil Drafting Engineer will review and produce compliant and accurate drawings that capture all project specifications including roads, utilities, and other civil works.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Drafting

• Execute all AutoCAD drafting production across active civil projects
• Set drafting priorities and coordinate workflow to meet project schedules and deadlines
• Assist as an in-house subject matter expert for AutoCAD standards, tools, and best practices
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers to scope drafting effort on new work

• Execute AutoCAD drafting tasks for active civil projects in accordance with established project priorities and deadlines
• Interpret and translate survey data, geotechnical reports, and engineering specifications into accurate construction drawings
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and the Civil Works Manager to clarify drafting scope and resolve design questions

Quality & Standards Compliance

• Apply internal CAD templates, standards, and best practices to all deliverables, adhering to guidance provided by the Civil Works Manager
• Ensure all drawings meet applicable safety standards, environmental codes, and jurisdictional permitting requirements prior to submission
• Self-review work for accuracy and completeness, flagging discrepancies or inconsistencies to the Civil Works Manager before deliverables are finalized
• Incorporate redlines and QC feedback promptly, and contribute lessons learned to improve internal templates

Technical Analysis & Design Support

• Analyze survey data, site conditions, and regulatory constraints to inform accurate and compliant design drawings
• Calculate material quantities and perform basic engineering calculations to support construction package accuracy
• Stay current with relevant local regulations, jurisdictional requirements, and industry drafting practices to ensure ongoing compliance in all work products

Travel

• Occasional travel to project sites or client locations may be required; anticipated travel commitment of up to 5–10% of working time

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with AI-assisted drafting tools. An eagerness to learn and adopt new technologies is essential in our fast-moving environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality. Producing accurate, consistent, and thoroughly checked deliverables is central to this role.
• Strong time management skills. The ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision is required.
• Collaborative mindset and clear communication skills. This role involves regular interaction with the Civil Works Manager, Project Managers, and network designers, and requires the ability to ask the right questions and receive feedback constructively.
• A passion for innovation and a curious mindset. We work in an industry that is constantly evolving; to keep up you must show a willingness to learn and develop new skills, industry knowledge and technological developments.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel for project tracking, quantity take-offs, and documentation purposes.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• 2+ years’ experience with OSP design and/or construction preferred
• 2+ years of CAD Drafting experience, preferably in a civil, telecom, or infrastructure context
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, survey plans, and engineering specifications

What we bring to the table

• A competitive salary ($70,000 - $85,000)
• 4 weeks of vacation/year
• 10 day paid sick leave/year
• Generous insurance benefits (health, dental and vision)
• 401k with company match
• Inclusively designed paid parental leave
• Employer sponsored contribution towards CO FAMLI program [CO employees only]
• A flexible, hybrid workplace culture with office in central location
• Employee assistance program
• Eligibility to participate in company annual incentive compensation plan
• Competitive referral program
• 2 day/year community volunteering opportunities
• Regularly scheduled company-sponsored social events and lunches

Who we are

Our mission at Biarri Networks is simple but not easy: close the digital divide. The past few years have proven how essential broadband access is to work, education, health and human connection.

Yet too many people have been left behind due to cost and overlooked because of bad data and bad actors. We’re here to revolutionize all that. Better, smarter, more innovative and cost-effective ways of connecting the world are possible. We’ve proven it already and we’re working on more solutions.

Our Culture:

Five core values power everything we do:

• Honor. We’re honest with each other and our clients. We do the right thing. Always.
• Power of mathematics. Math is magic. Of course, it’s real too, which is why we unlock it, leverage it and bring it to the forefront. In short, we democratize it.
• Positive impact. We aim to leave each other, our clients, our community and our planet better after every interaction.
• Freedom to innovate. Nobody has a monopoly on good ideas. Nobody. Innovation is our secret sauce.
• Purpose and intent. We get the job done. We act with a sense of urgency and efficiency.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.