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CAD Technician - Civil Engineering
Accepting applicationsLJA · Griffin, GA
Full-Time Mid_senior Aiaiateetchgan
Posted
21 May
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
What Lja Has To Offer
LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
What Makes Lja Different
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
Employee-owned. Client-focused
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a CAD Technician in LJA’s Griffin, Georgia office, you will be responsible for developing technical drawings and design documents for a wide range of civil engineering projects. This role involves translating engineering concepts and project requirements into accurate plans used for permitting and construction, while coordinating revisions and maintaining drafting standards. Projects may include roadway improvements, utility systems, drainage infrastructure, commercial and residential developments, and public works initiatives.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
Creating and modifying AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings developing terrain models, alignments, storm and sewer profiles, and other Civil 3D design elements for sewer, water, roadway, drainage, and site development projects
Producing and understanding construction documents for a variety of projects including municipal, transportation, utility, land development, and more
Preparing site, utility, grading, drainage, stormwater, and erosion control plans, including plan and profile sheets, exhibits, and supporting CAD files
Supporting public works projects for municipalities and counties
Assisting with DOT-related projects and cost-to-cure exhibits
Producing CAD deliverables for commercial developments, industrial parks, residential acre-lot developments, and other private site development projects
Completing redline markups, incorporating review comments, and ensuring construction documents meet quality standards and project requirements
Working from sketches, verbal direction, and engineering markups to prepare accurate and detailed drafting deliverables
Collaborating with engineers, designers, and project teams while maintaining current knowledge of drafting standards, design procedures, and industry best practices
Supporting production of stormwater conveyance systems including working with staff to assist in producing hydraulic studies
Performing other duties assigned to support project and client needs
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum of high school or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience
Associate of Applied Science in Computer-Aided Design (preferred)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Technical knowledge of CAD operations and engineering specialty discipline
Effective communication skills, both oral and written
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers
Must be adaptable to changes in work assignments as project needs evolve.
LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
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LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
What Makes Lja Different
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
Employee-owned. Client-focused
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a CAD Technician in LJA’s Griffin, Georgia office, you will be responsible for developing technical drawings and design documents for a wide range of civil engineering projects. This role involves translating engineering concepts and project requirements into accurate plans used for permitting and construction, while coordinating revisions and maintaining drafting standards. Projects may include roadway improvements, utility systems, drainage infrastructure, commercial and residential developments, and public works initiatives.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
Creating and modifying AutoCAD Civil 3D drawings developing terrain models, alignments, storm and sewer profiles, and other Civil 3D design elements for sewer, water, roadway, drainage, and site development projects
Producing and understanding construction documents for a variety of projects including municipal, transportation, utility, land development, and more
Preparing site, utility, grading, drainage, stormwater, and erosion control plans, including plan and profile sheets, exhibits, and supporting CAD files
Supporting public works projects for municipalities and counties
Assisting with DOT-related projects and cost-to-cure exhibits
Producing CAD deliverables for commercial developments, industrial parks, residential acre-lot developments, and other private site development projects
Completing redline markups, incorporating review comments, and ensuring construction documents meet quality standards and project requirements
Working from sketches, verbal direction, and engineering markups to prepare accurate and detailed drafting deliverables
Collaborating with engineers, designers, and project teams while maintaining current knowledge of drafting standards, design procedures, and industry best practices
Supporting production of stormwater conveyance systems including working with staff to assist in producing hydraulic studies
Performing other duties assigned to support project and client needs
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum of high school or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience
Associate of Applied Science in Computer-Aided Design (preferred)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Technical knowledge of CAD operations and engineering specialty discipline
Effective communication skills, both oral and written
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers
Must be adaptable to changes in work assignments as project needs evolve.
LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
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