Lead Civil CAD Technician
About The Position
About LPD Engineering At LPD Engineering, we're passionate about designing infrastructure that strengthens communities and creates lasting impact. As a Seattle-based, woman-owned civil engineering firm, we deliver innovative site development solutions from concept through construction for a diverse range of public and private projects. Our expertise includes site development, stormwater management, grading, utilities, paving, access improvements, erosion control, and infrastructure design. We work across multiple delivery methods—including Design-Bid-Build, GCCM, Progressive Design-Build, and Design-Build—giving our team the opportunity to solve complex challenges and work on meaningful projects. What makes LPD different is our culture. We are driven by Curiosity, Integrity, and Service Excellence, empowering our employees to think creatively, collaborate openly, and take ownership of their work. We believe the best engineering comes from people who are challenged, supported, and inspired to grow. The Opportunity LPD Engineering is seeking an experienced Lead Civil CAD Technician that is interested in growth toward a CAD Manager opportunity or someone that can step into that CAD Management position to support our civil engineering and CAD team through high-quality drafting, CAD leadership, and standards management. This is a hands-on production role with leadership responsibilities. Approximately 80–90% of the position will focus on drafting and technical production work, while 10–20% will involve team leadership, CAD standards oversight, workflow improvements, training, and technology coordination. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically skilled in Civil AutoCAD Civil 3D Design, collaborative, and motivated to improve drafting quality and efficiency across the firm.
Requirements
- Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil engineering drafting and design
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Experience preparing civil engineering construction plans and technical exhibits
- Strong understanding of: External references (Xrefs), Layouts and sheet setup, Layer management standards, Surface modeling, Profiles and cross-sections, Utility and grading design
- Experience developing or maintaining CAD standards and workflows
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Nice To Haves
- Experience with civil engineering design and detailing, multidisciplinary project teams, and familiarity with Washington State and local municipal drafting standards
- Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing CAD staff, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative team environment
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
- Self-motivated and proactive, with strong analytical and critical-thinking skills and the ability to identify issues, solve problems, and prevent them from escalating
- Actively seeks opportunities to improve CAD standards, workflows, technology, and efficiency across the organization
- Strong communicator and team player who works effectively across all levels of the organization and contributes to a positive, respectful workplace culture
- Embraces change, learns new software and technologies quickly, and helps the organization adapt to evolving industry standards and practices
- Takes ownership, follows through on commitments, consistently produces high-quality work, and thinks beyond day-to-day production to support long-term CAD standards, training, and technology planning
Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead CAD technician on multiple civil engineering projects
- Prepare and modify civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Coordinate with engineers and project managers to support project delivery
- Develop efficient drafting workflows and maintain drawing consistency
- Review drawings for quality, accuracy, and compliance with company and regulatory standards
- Support project teams during design and construction phases
- Maintain and update company CAD standards, templates, and best practices
- Manage and organize the company CAD detail library
- Support implementation of new CAD tools, software upgrades, and drafting technologies
- Coordinate software licensing and provide internal CAD-related technical support
- Identify opportunities to improve drafting efficiency and design quality
- Provide day-to-day support, guidance, and training to CAD staff
- Assist with onboarding and development of drafting team members
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and solution-oriented work environment
- Participate in performance feedback and continuous improvement efforts
- Help prioritize and allocate CAD resources across active projects
Benefits
- Salary and bonus/profit-sharing opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Retirement plan with company match
- Subsidized ORCA transit pass
- Professional development and training opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
