Civil CAD Designer/Drafter - CIVIL002535

$40,000 - $60,000/Yr

Ardurra Group - West Wenatchee, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

West Wenatchee, WA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Ardurra Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Civil CAD Designer/Drafter to support their office in Wenatchee, WA. The role involves transforming designs into finished graphics and construction drawings, preparing plans, and assisting engineering staff with various civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a civil background, experience with Autodesk Civil 3D, and the ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Transform initial designs, sketches, or redlines/mark-ups into finished graphics and construction drawings.
• Prepare, review plans, and provide quantity takeoffs for civil, transportation, and airport engineering projects.
• Produce erosion and sediment control plans, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, and roadway plans.
• Assist engineering design staff with production of contract plans and cost estimates for civil engineering projects.
• Work independently to achieve tasks with little oversight from engineers and project managers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, planners, surveyors, etc.
• Mentor, train, and lead entry-level drafters and engineers.
• Assist with administrative office tasks such as managing inventory and supply ordering, greeting guests, and shipping/receiving.
• Provide on-site review of design documents and occasional on-site construction observation.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) with at least 1 additional year of experience in the civil engineering field.
• Ability to follow basic CAD standards and learn company standards.
• Ability to draw plans efficiently and accurately using CAD software.
• Understanding of road, intersection, drainage, and utility design.
• Experience in Municipal, Transportation, Land Development, and Airports sectors.
• Knowledge of grading, alignments, corridors, and pipe networks.
• Good written and oral communication abilities and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and meticulous with details.
• Business development and client relationship skills.
• Good understanding of financial management and budgeting.
• Willingness to learn new software and products.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Rich benefits programs
• Family-like culture
• Professional development opportunities
• Internal Ardurra Academy
• Industry-leading Leadership program
• Flexible time-off programs