Senior CADD Technician

Located in West Des Moines, IA

Salary: $70,000-$110,000

Senior Computer Aided Design Engineer - Civil Engineering

Location: Des Moines, IA Metro

Salary: $70,000–$100,000 annually

 

About the Opportunity:

Express Employment Professionals is partnering with an established civil engineering and land surveying firm in the Des Moines area to find an experienced Senior CADD Technician to join their team!

 

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of hands-on design work, team leadership, and occasional fieldwork. You'll be joining a smaller, collaborative company where you'll have plenty of autonomy, the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, and the ability to see your work through from start to finish.

 

The company works on a wide range of civil engineering projects, including transportation, municipal infrastructure, commercial and industrial developments, residential subdivisions, and more.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide guidance to a team of approximately four CAD Technicians.
• Prepare and review civil engineering drawings, construction documents, plans, details, and specifications.
• Utilize MicroStation and OpenRoads for civil design and drafting projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, contractors, and clients throughout various project stages.
• Assist with construction site inspections to ensure work meets project plans and specifications.
• Participate in occasional fieldwork, including surveying and site visits.
• Help manage project priorities, deadlines, and quality standards.
• Work independently while collaborating with a close-knit engineering team.

 

Qualifications

• 10+ years of CAD drafting or civil engineering design experience preferred.
• Strong experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads highly desired.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring, or overseeing other CAD Technicians.
• Associate degree in CAD Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to participate in occasional fieldwork and travel to local project sites.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.

 

Why Consider This Opportunity?

If you're looking to get away from a large corporate environment and want a position where your experience and input genuinely matter, this could be a great fit!

 

You'll have the opportunity to lead a small CAD team, work on diverse civil engineering projects, and enjoy a level of independence that can be hard to find in larger organizations.

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