Civil CADD / Geospatial Technician

Civil CADD / Geospatial Technician

Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-Time (0–5 Years Experience)

About the Role

As a Civil CADD / Geospatial Technician, you will play a central role in delivering high-quality transportation and infrastructure design projects for our local agency clients. Working in close collaboration with project engineers, you will bridge technical design and drafting execution, transforming 3D scan data and survey details into precise, production-ready engineering plans.

If you bring sharp attention to detail, strong technical curiosity, and clear communication skills, this role offers an exceptional platform to grow your career across CADD, LiDAR/point cloud processing, and GIS technology.

Key Responsibilities

CAD & Civil Design Execution: Generate 3D terrain models, corridors, alignments, cross-sections, and plan sheets using Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and MicroStation.
Point Cloud & LiDAR Data Processing: Extract existing topographic features, linework, and surface models from 3D laser scan data utilizing TopoDOT in MicroStation.
Plan & Detail Production: Draft civil roadway plans, structural drawings, profiles, and detail sheets adhering strictly to client and IDOT CADD standards.
GIS Integration: Utilize ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap to access, evaluate, and integrate spatial data into active engineering workflows.
Engineering Calculations & Support: Perform earthwork computations, quantity takeoffs, dimensional checks, and routine design support for project engineers.
Standards & Compliance: Review and interpret technical CADD specifications, state DOT standards, and local agency requirements.
Continuous Learning: Stay current with evolving CADD software, geospatial technology, point cloud extraction techniques, and industry best practices.
Project Documentation & Collaboration: Support team organization and communication using Microsoft Office (Excel/Word) and Google Workspace.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Associate degree or technical degree in Civil Engineering Technology, CADD, Surveying/Geospatial Technology, or equivalent experience.
Experience: 0–5 years of practical experience in civil drafting or design support.
Core CADD Tools: Proficiency or working knowledge of MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer (ORD)**.
Point Cloud Tech: Familiarity or hands-on experience using TopoDOT for point cloud feature extraction.
GIS Tools: Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcMap.
Standards Knowledge: Basic plan-reading skills and familiarity with IDOT and local agency CADD standards.
Software Tools: Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience or familiarity with Autodesk Civil 3D.
Prior exposure to mobile or static LiDAR point cloud datasets.

Key Strengths for Success

Detail-Oriented Precision: Strong commitment to accuracy in calculations, sheet layouts, and drafting standards.
Collaborative Mindset: Proactive communication with project engineers, surveyors, and CADD teammates.
Adaptability: Willingness to learn new CADD tools, software updates, and geospatial workflows.