Senior Civil CAD Designer
Thompson Engineering•Pensacola, FL
•Hybrid
About The Position
Thompson Engineering is seeking a highly skilled Senior Civil CAD Designer with advanced AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience to lead design production efforts and support complex civil engineering projects. This role will serve as a key technical resource, partnering closely with engineers and project managers to develop detailed construction documents while mentoring junior designers and helping establish CAD best practices across the organization.
Requirements
- Associate's degree or technical certification in CAD, Drafting, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 6–10+ years of progressive experience in civil CAD design
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D required
- Demonstrated experience with land development, transportation, drainage, and utility design
- Strong understanding of civil engineering design standards, permitting requirements, and construction documentation
- Proven ability to interpret engineering designs and produce independent design solutions
- Experience reviewing and mentoring junior designers or drafters
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a multi-discipline engineering firm
- Familiarity with local, state, and DOT standards across the Gulf Coast region
- Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads, or GIS tools
- Exposure to project coordination or task leadership responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of complex civil engineering drawings and plan sets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Develop and oversee design of grading, drainage, utilities, roadway, and site development plans
- Independently create and manage surfaces, alignments, profiles, and corridor models in Civil 3D
- Translate conceptual designs into high-quality, construction-ready documents with minimal supervision
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers on design development, constructability, and project execution
- Review and QA/QC drawings produced by junior CAD staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
- Establish and maintain CAD standards, templates, and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency
- Coordinate across disciplines (survey, environmental, geotechnical, structural) to integrate project components
- Assist with project scheduling, workload planning, and meeting critical deadlines
- Support client deliverables and respond to review comments from regulatory agencies or stakeholders
Benefits
- Employee-owned company (ESOP)
- Opportunity to play a leadership role in project delivery and CAD standards
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on growth and development
- Diverse and impactful projects across the Gulf Coast
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
