Civil CAD Design Technician II

Colliers Engineering & Design•Vinings, GA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Design Technician II to join their civil/site team in their Atlanta, GA office. This role is crucial for supporting civil/site projects by converting design concepts into accurate, coordinated CADD drawings. The technician will collaborate with engineers and project teams to develop plan sets, conceptual layouts, exhibits, and digital terrain models using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Responsibilities include analyzing input, preparing detailed drawings, coordinating information, and assisting with stormwater, grading, and earthwork calculations. As experience grows, this role offers opportunities for more complex assignments, contributing to full construction plans, and expanding technical expertise across various 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 coverage
Company-paid dental coverage
Company-paid vision coverage
Paid pregnancy disability leave
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth
Paid time off
Parental leave
Military leave
Employee referral bonuses
Professional license bonuses
Straight time policy for billable hours worked in excess of 40 within a work week
Reimbursement for education
Free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
Mentorship program
Wellness program
Women’s Organization
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities