Civil CAD Drafter

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Civil CAD Drafter to support our engineering team. In this role, you will turn engineer markups into compliant CAD drawings with precision. You'll work closely with our engineers to translate design concepts into technical drawings, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D as your primary tools.

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Harrisonburg, VA—a thriving city nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, offering a wonderful, eclectic mix of agriculture, higher education, arts, outdoors, and culinary delights. We're just two hours from DC, Richmond, and Blacksburg.

Employer-Sponsored Benefits

• IRA Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Leadership Training & Continuing Education
• A Supportive, Friendly Team Environment

Salary

Your salary will be based on your demonstrated ability to hit the ground running with the Key Responsibilities listed below.

Key Responsibilities

• Proficiently use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to prepare technical drawings for site/civil engineering projects
• Create new drawings from scratch or continue working from partially completed plans
• Import survey and GIS data, engineering notes, and sketches
• Label features and add annotations, such as north arrows, scale bars, title blocks, and legends, per company standards
• Modify and correct existing plans to reflect changes, updates, and redlines
• Assist in preparing plans for submittals
• Maintain organized drawing files and document revisions
• Apply CAD and drafting standards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AutoCAD and Civil 3D drafting experience, ideally in the context of site/civil land development design projects
• Strong verbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Strong attention to detail, desire to learn, and ability to follow directions
• No specific education or licensure required—demonstrated ability matters most
• Valid Virginia driver's license required, along with an acceptable driving record as defined by our insurer, and must pass a criminal background check

Physical Requirements

This position involves a combination of office-based and field-based work. Candidates must be able to safely perform tasks in both environments as outlined below, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, mouse, and other office equipment. Requires the ability to view screens, read technical documents, and communicate clearly by phone, video call, and in person. Occasional bending, crouching, or reaching may be required to access files and equipment stored between floor and shoulder height.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods on uneven terrain and in varying site conditions, including construction zones, wooded areas, and open fields. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of survey or inspection equipment. Tasks may include kneeling, bending, or reaching to collect data or perform measurements. Work may be performed outdoors in a range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

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