CAD Drafter

Post Date

Aug 21, 2025

Location

San Diego,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92123
US
Oct 23, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Civil Engineering

Req #

SDG-803909

Pay Rate

$29 - $36 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are searching for an experienced AutoCAD Civil 3D drafter/designer who seeks opportunities to advance their career through collaboration and company-sponsored training. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, team-focused, and humble.
Work would include providing AutoCAD Civil 3D support for solid waste and environmental projects conducted for private and municipal clients. We are seeking a professional skilled in drafting for horizontal and vertical construction, adept at generating plan and profile views, cross-sections, as well as executing intricate grading and cut/fill balancing. Collaborating closely with our engineers, you will incorporate mark-ups, prepare figures, and develop permit and construction documentation. You will work with a team supporting you to independently complete tasks and projects. The position will preferably report to the San Diego Office.

Perform preparation of sheet sets, designing, drafting, detailing, and graphics layout with limited supervision
Prepare site plan layouts from existing maps, incorporate corrections to existing drawings, evaluate existing conditions surveys, etc.
Prepare permit and construction level documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Perform volume calculations using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Ability to create design surfaces, manage topographical survey surfaces, and integrate design surfaces into existing conditions
Apply and follow appropriate AutoCAD standards and best practices

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Required Skills & Experience

1-5+ years of experience in drafting and design required
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required
1-5+ years of experience in civil and site grading experience required
Preference for candidates that have engineering consulting firm experience within Piping (oil pipes, gas pipes, water pipes ect)
Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing required

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Plant 3D

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.