Arcadis

CAD Design Lead

Arcadis$80K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8 years of experience in civil drafting or design specific to water, wastewater, stormwater, or site civil infrastructure projects.
  • Proficiency in CAD software, especially AutoCAD Civil 3D, for design tasks.
  • Strong organizational skills and detail orientation to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Resourceful problem-solving abilities for addressing design challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed civil designs and technical drawings using CAD software.
  • Collaborate with engineers and project managers to create technical plans from conceptual ideas.
  • Assist in design oversight to ensure compliance with specifications and timelines.
  • Conduct quality control checks on plans and drawings before submission.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders during the design process.
  • Mentor junior drafters to help them set up design files and complete tasks.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401K retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Paid parental leave and paid time off (15 days PTO plus 9 paid holidays).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education and training.
  • Optional wellbeing benefits and adoption assistance.
Full Job Description
Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a CAD Design Lead to join our Resilience Water Team in either Greensboro, Raleigh, Cary, or Charlotte, North Carolina! This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join our team locally with support from one of the best-qualified consulting firms in the country.
The CAD Design Lead will oversee and create civil design drawings for a variety of water, wastewater, stormwater, and site civil projects. These may include stream restoration, pipe extensions, site layouts, force mains, pump stations, lift stations and more. This role involves preparing detailed plans and drawings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, leading and mentoring junior drafters, and ensuring the successful execution of projects.

Role accountabilities:
  • Prepare detailed civil designs and technical drawings using CAD software, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, for drafting and design tasks for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
  • Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and drafting team members to transform conceptual ideas into professional-grade technical plans.
  • Assist with design oversight, ensuring designs comply with project specifications and timelines.
  • Conduct quality control checks on plans and drawings to confirm completeness and accuracy prior to submission.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders throughout the design process.
  • Mentor junior drafters by guiding them in setting up design files and supporting them in successfully completing engineering design tasks.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications

8 years of experience in civil drafting or design in either water, wastewater, stormwater, and/or site civil infrastructure projects.

Key Skills/Attributes:

Proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, is essential for this role to produce accurate and professional-grade designs. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required to ensure the accuracy and quality of deliverables. The candidate must have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting to achieve project goals. Additionally, resourceful problem-solving abilities are necessary to effectively address design challenges and improve project outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree or technical certificate in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with pipe networks, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and grading.
  • Certification in CAD or civil design software a plus.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $130,000/year. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

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About Arcadis

Arcadis is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides a range of services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, and buildings. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Arcadis has a presence in over 70 countries and employs more than 27,000 people worldwide. The company's clients include governments, businesses, and non-profit organizations. Arcadis is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
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