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Civil 3D CAD Designer

Cogent Analytics · Indianapolis, IN, USA ·

Pay:
$70,000-$85,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time


Civil 3D CAD Designer

CAD Designer – Civil Engineering & Surveying
Our client, a growing civil engineering and surveying team is seeking a skilled CAD Designer to produce accurate, productionready drawings for land development, site design, and survey projects. This role is highly collaborative, working directly with licensed engineers and surveyors to translate field data, design intent, and engineering calculations into complete, permitready plan sets using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
The ideal candidate is detailoriented, highly proficient with Civil 3D, and comfortable managing multiple active drawings in a fastpaced, deadlinedriven environment.

Key Responsibilities


Produce civil engineering plan sets including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout using AutoCAD Civil 3D


Incorporate survey field data into base drawings and existingconditions plans


Draft plats, easements, legal descriptions, and survey exhibits


Apply and maintain CAD standards, templates, layering conventions, and LISP routines


Coordinate with engineers and surveyors to resolve design details and ensure drawing accuracy


Prepare permit submittal packages and address municipal redline comments


Manage drawing revisions and maintain organized project file structures


Assist with quantity takeoffs and construction detail preparation
MustHave Qualifications


Minimum 2 years of handson AutoCAD Civil 3D production experience


Experience producing civil site plan sets from concept through permitready drawings


Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, surveys, and legal descriptions


Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy


Ability to manage multiple active drawings simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications


Experience with land development, subdivision, or site design projects


Familiarity with AutoLISP routines and workflow automation


Exposure to survey data processing (point files, surfaces, boundary drafting)


Experience with municipal submittal standards and permitting processes


Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related field
What Makes an Ideal Fit


Reliable selfstarter who takes ownership of their drawings


Comfortable working in a small, highoutput team environment


Communicates proactively when issues arise


Strong organizational habits and ability to prioritize deadlines


Asks clarifying questions early to avoid rework


Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement


Dependable, consistent, and prepared for each day’s workload
Standout Candidate Qualities


Deep Civil 3D expertise: surfaces, corridors, pipe networks, sheet set management


Experience at a small civil/survey firm with full planset production exposure


Familiarity with statespecific design standards and drainage requirements


Proven ability to work from minimal direction and produce clean, permitready drawings on the first pass

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, HSA

Why This Role Stands Out
This position offers real ownership over your work — not anonymous drafting in a large production queue. You’ll see your drawings progress from initial concept to permitted project, with direct collaboration across engineering and surveying disciplines. The team is lean, the work is varied, and strong performance is rewarded through a projectbased incentive structure. For a CAD Designer who wants to grow quickly, contribute meaningfully, and be recognized for their skill, this environment offers a clear advantage over large corporate firms.

$70,000 - $85,000 a year

Compensation details:

70000-85000 Yearly Salary

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