Technician III

Job Description:

Opened in 1975 through the acquisition of Gaskins + LeCraw, our Marietta office has built a long-standing reputation for excellence in surveying and civil engineering services. The team is dedicated to supporting the region’s continued growth through infrastructure and land development projects that enhance quality of life across Georgia. With a strong focus on precision and innovation, the Marietta office delivers seamless, comprehensive services to clients throughout the state.

We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD Designer to support our land development team in delivering high-quality residential projects. This role plays a key part in translating engineering concepts into construction-ready plans, working closely with project managers and engineers across all phases of design.
 

This is an excellent opportunity for a developing professional to expand their technical expertise in Civil 3D while contributing to impactful land development projects.

General Responsibilities:

• Creates CAD drawings for engineering projects
• Creates and modifies maps for special assignments
• Creates plan and profile sheets plus CAD file exhibits
• Completes redline markups
• Performs work as assigned from sketches, verbal instructions, and notes
• Establishes and maintains schedules and offers progress reports
• Maintains current knowledge of design and drafting procedures in specialty field
• Perform work based on the Project Manager's requirements and have the ability to follow guidelines;
• Prepare construction drawings for residential development projects by preparing master plans and plan and profile sheets using Civil 3D and ability to use all the design tools within the Civil 3D software package to design the storm sewer and utilities associated with the plan and profile sheets.
• Conduct effective communication with project teams and management.
   

Required Experience

• Minimum of high school or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Technical knowledge of CAD operations and engineering specialty discipline
• Effective communication skills both oral and written
• Effective interpersonal skills with coworkers
• Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs
• Strong technical background in drainage, roadway and utility design as they apply to single family residential, multifamily and commercial projects
• The candidate should have some familiarity with the permitting requirements of the local municipalities, state and federal agencies

Why Join Us

• Work on a diverse portfolio of land development projects
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading design tools and workflows
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and project managers
• Opportunity for technical growth and career advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented environment

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.