Cad Drafter/designer

Civil Cad Technician – Municipal Water/Wastewater

A civil engineering consulting firm specializing in municipal water and wastewater infrastructure is seeking a Civil Cad Technician to support the production of construction drawings for public infrastructure projects. This role offers long-term stability within a recession-resistant industry and the opportunity to contribute to essential public systems.

The Civil Cad Technician will work closely with engineers and project managers, providing hands-on drafting support using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce civil construction drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Prepare plan sets, profiles, details, and design exhibits
• Support engineers and project managers throughout the design process
• Assist with quantity take-offs and design coordination
• Participate in occasional site visits or field verification, as needed
• Contribute to a collaborative and team-oriented drafting environment

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Variety of drafting work across multiple disciplines, including civil, architectural, structural, MEP, and process piping, providing broad technical exposure and preventing repetitive, single-discipline work
• Intentional focus on training and professional development, with clear job title tiers, skill progression, and corresponding pay tiers
• Use of modern technology to support internal training and productivity, including structured learning tools and systems
• Cross-training opportunities across multiple software platforms and workflows to support long-term skill growth
• CAD-led reporting structure, with the CAD team reporting to dedicated CAD leadership rather than engineering management
• Leadership team that is highly invested in the CAD profession, drafting standards, and evolving design technology
• Continued investment in advanced visualization tools, including virtual reality and virtual walk-through software used to support client presentations and project communication
• Supportive, collaborative engineering culture with a consistent project workload
• Competitive compensation benchmarked in the top 10–15% of the market
• Annual performance reviews and merit-based compensation increases

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D in a professional setting
• Familiarity with civil construction drawings and plan production
• Exposure to municipal, utility, roadway, or site development projects preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate within a design team

Candidates who value technical variety, intentional career development, and CAD-focused leadership within a stable municipal infrastructure environment are encouraged to inquire.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.