Civil CAD Design Technician II

Colliers Engineering & Design•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Design Technician II to join our civil/site team in our Atlanta, GA office. At Colliers Engineering & Design, we’re known for delivering thoughtful, high‑quality engineering solutions while maintaining a collaborative, people‑first culture. Our teams work on diverse and impactful projects, and we invest heavily in the growth and development of our employees. If you’re looking for a place where your technical skills are valued, your ideas are heard, and your career can continue to evolve, Colliers is the place to build it. This role plays a key part in supporting civil/site projects by transforming design concepts into accurate, well‑coordinated CADD drawings. The position works closely with engineers and project teams to develop plan sets, conceptual layouts, exhibits, and digital terrain models using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Responsibilities include analyzing sketches and technical input, preparing detailed drawings, coordinating information across sheets, and supporting stormwater, grading, and earthwork calculations. As experience grows, this role offers the opportunity to take on more complex assignments, contribute to full construction plans, and expand technical expertise while working on a wide range of projects.

Requirements

High School Diploma/Equivalent; Associates Degree or a Certificate from a technical school, preferably in AutoCAD.
2-4 + years of relevant experience.
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other related software.
Demonstrate general computer skills, knowledge, and acumen (i.e., familiarity with Microsoft Office, etc.).
Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Responsibilities

Prepare and detail plans by analyzing sketches, notes and other input material to determine the best approach for the completion of drawings.
Work from sketches to produce computer-generated graphs, charts, overlays and isometric drawings including digital terrain models and surfaces.
Determine and calculate stormwater drainage areas and steep slope areas.
Conform to the company’s standard CADD procedures for layering, etc., and standard drawing procedures for sheet layout.
Create and setup plan sets.
Prepare conceptual layouts with parameters provided.
Work with numerous project teams to help in project completion.
Coordinate details and dimensions between drawing sheets.
Preparation of fit lists.
Prepare project exhibits.
Address assignments of increased difficulty as proficiency is increased.
Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
May be required to calculate quantity takeoffs and prepare cost estimates.
May be required to perform design computations, earthwork calculations and prepare complete construction plans.
Prepare CAD files for authorized media release to external parties / agencies.

Benefits

company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid pregnancy disability leave
short- and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
paid time off that includes parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
reimbursement for education
a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
a mentorship program
a wellness program
a Women’s Organization
ongoing philanthropic opportunities