CAD Technician

CAD Technician

Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a CAD Technician to join our team in St. Louis. If you're hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Develop and revise detailed 2D/3D transportation drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D (or MicroStation/OpenRoads if applicable).
• Draft roadway geometric layouts, grading, cross sections, plan and profile sheets, and traffic control/staging plans.
• Prepare striping, signage, pavement markings, and utility coordination plans.
• Incorporate redlines and design changes from engineers and project managers.
• Maintain organized drawing sets and ensure all work follows project CAD standards.
• Assist in preparing exhibits, corridor maps, and presentation graphics for project meetings.
• Support quantity measurements and basic calculations related to transportation design elements.

What you'll need:

• Associate degree or certificate in Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years of drafting experience preferred, ideally within transportation or civil engineering disciplines.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; experience with MicroStation/OpenRoads is a plus.
• Understanding of transportation plan preparation, geometric design concepts, and DOT standards is highly beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to clearly interpret engineering sketches and markups.
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Gonzalez offers competitive benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401K
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Professional development
• A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside

Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest. Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About Gonzalez Companies

Gonzalez Companies partners with private and public sector clients. Since 2004, Gonzalez Companies has served clients primarily throughout the Midwest, with 8 offices in 5 different states. We know the importance of providing accessibility to clients. Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

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