CAD Technician

Ramboll • City of Albany, NY

22h • $69,222 - $86,528 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ramboll is seeking a Civil CAD Technician or Civil Engineer with strong Civil 3D skills to support conceptual master planning efforts for large-scale data center campus developments. This role requires a blend of technical drafting/design and an ability to work closely with civil engineers and planners to visualize site layouts during early due diligence and planning phases. The position is hybrid-based in our Syracuse, Rochester, or Albany, NY office. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, as no sponsorship is available.

Requirements

• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Diploma or degree in CAD design/drafting, civil engineering technology, or related field plus 2+ years of experience in site/civil drafting or design.
• Familiarity with land development, site planning, grading, and utility routing.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data center, industrial, or campus-scale planning preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret zoning ordinances and planning criteria is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support conceptual site layouts, parcel planning, and preliminary utility, roadway, and grading concepts using AutoCAD Civil 3D, while translating engineering and planning mark-ups into accurate CAD drawings and site plans.
• Produce test fit layouts for large campuses, incorporating zoning setbacks, wetlands, access roads, utility corridors, and other site constraints.
• Perform quality control reviews of drawings to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Coordinate regularly with project managers, civil engineers, and planners, and occasionally participate in meetings with clients or other project stakeholders.
• Assist with gathering and interpreting site data, zoning information, and environmental constraints to support planning and design efforts.

Benefits

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Being valued for the unique person you are
• Never being short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree