Senior CAD Drafter

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

We are representing a well-established, multi-discipline civil engineering and surveying firm seeking a Senior Civil CAD Drafter with strong land development experience to support site development projects across the greater Central New Jersey region. This role is ideal for an experienced Civil 3D professional who enjoys detailed production work and wants to contribute to a steady pipeline of commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.

This position plays a key role in translating engineering concepts into high-quality construction documents, supporting Project Engineers and leadership across grading, utilities, and site layout design. The ideal candidate brings deep Civil 3D expertise, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset within a fast-moving design environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare detailed civil site plans for land development projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D

Develop grading, drainage, and erosion control plans

Produce utility layouts including sanitary, storm, and water systems

Create plan and profile sheets, cross sections, and construction details

Coordinate drawings with survey, environmental, and engineering teams

Apply municipal and agency CAD standards across multiple jurisdictions

Implement redlines and revisions with strong quality control awareness

Support multiple active projects while maintaining production deadlines

Qualifications:

8–10 years of CAD drafting experience with a strong focus on land development

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Demonstrated experience producing grading, drainage, and utility plans

Strong understanding of civil site development standards and workflows

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a production-driven environment

Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Comfortable collaborating with engineers and multidisciplinary teams

Experience working within municipal design standards preferred

Compensation + Benefits:

Competitive salary aligned with senior Civil 3D market rates ($75K–$95K typical range)

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Long-term stability within an established regional firm

Consistent land development project pipeline