CAD Drafter 2

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you're valued-we support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Site Design

At DOWL, you'll be part of a team that delivers a full spectrum of civil engineering services to both public and private clients - making a meaningful impact on communities and infrastructure across the region. We take pride in our ability to solve complex planning, environmental, and design challenges, navigate funding and permitting hurdles, and guide projects from concept through construction with precision and care. Our strong reputation is built on a commitment to quality and the personal attention we bring to every project. If you're passionate about creating practical, lasting solutions and want to grow with a company that values both technical excellence and client relationships, we invite you to join us.

Summary

Take the next step in your CAD design career by joining our collaborative and forward-thinking team as a CAD Drafter 2. In this role, you'll perform well-defined drafting services using CAD software and Civil3D to support a variety of civil engineering, permitting, and survey-related projects. We're looking for someone who demonstrates proficiency with intermediate-level drafting fundamentals, has a strong work ethic, and is eager to grow professionally. You'll have the opportunity to quickly learn and apply new drafting skills while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your development. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, a team-oriented mindset, and the ability to absorb and apply constructive feedback. If you're ready to advance your drafting expertise and contribute to impactful projects in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)- Proficient
• Bluebeam Revu- Proficient
• Revit and/or other BIM software- Preferred
• Proficient in one or both major civil engineering CAD Platforms (Autodesk and Civil 3D or Microstation)

Technical Expertise

• Solid understanding of technical fundamentals
• Performs basic drafting tasks within market sector with limited oversight
• Performs quality control of basic deliverables
• Eager to learn and expand skill set

Teamwork

Team player who follows the direction of others. Asks good questions, retains information provided, and shares information with those less experienced. Follows established practice area workflows.

Project Delivery

• Produces the following under limited direction/oversight from others:

• Plan sheets

• Exhibits

• Back checks all redlines and instructions have been incorporated

• Reviews all assigned deliverables for consistency

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Moderate understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. With guidance, predicts the level of effort for individual tasks and successfully deliver tasks within that level of effort. Monitors results on moderately complex projects.

Industry Standards and Regulations

Demonstrates intermediate familiarity with the following drafting standards:

• Understanding of drafting fundamentals
• Learns and applies CAD standards for DOWL and DOWL clients (Cities, Counties, States, Federal, etc.)
• Accurately interprets redlines and updates CAD drawings and details

Client Interaction

Limited direct interaction, commonly in group settings. Responds to emails, attends meetings, and answers questions/comments with limited autonomy.

Other

Other duties as assigned.

Level of Work/Accountability

Performs moderately complex drafting work on projects for the assigned market sector. Operates with limited autonomy - work is supervised and reviewed by more senior staff.

Supervisory Duties

No

Education and/or Experience

• Associate's Degree preferred
• Years of experience required: 2 years
• Years of experience required with advanced degree: 1 year

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to create and interpret graphs and understand statistical analysis.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Position may include periodic site visits and inspection work on project sites.