CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. is seeking a full-time CAD Designer to develop civil engineering plans and construction documents using AutoCAD and other design and modeling software. This position will support projects from the conceptual design phase through construction, including preparing plans, designs, and technical documentation.
Established in 1973, we became a leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture by approaching each project with the same objectives: to help our clients streamline their processes, create efficiencies, avoid costly mistakes, and drive revenue to their bottom line. With offices from coast to coast and a dedicated team of more than 180 professionals, we are a diverse, deeply experienced, and inclusive firm ready to help our clients take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.
As a team member, you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Paid Maternity Leave, Alternative Work Schedule, and Holiday Pay.
The compensation range provided is specific to the geographic market of the posted position. If hired as a remote employee, your salary will be aligned with the applicable compensation range for your primary remote work location.
In this CAD drafting position, you play a vital role in developing small and large-scale commercial, industrial, public works, and parks/recreation projects. Each day, you can be found at your computer drafting site development plans. Paying close attention to detail, you are sure to include the site geometry, utility, erosion and sediment control, grading/drainage plans, and other details to meet client and CEI standards. As you work, you research and review deeds, ordinances, technical reports, and municipal, state, and federal codes to ensure that our plans are in compliance.
By analyzing surveys, field notes, maps, aerial photographs, and other materials, you are able to help identify potential project constraints and the best approach in developing and completing projects on time and on budget. You collaborate with project managers and design staff to provide status updates, discuss challenges, and address plan revisions. When redlines and plan revisions are made, you are sure to apply them in the drawings. You enjoy working on a variety of projects with a great team, and you are proud of the part you play in helping our company thrive!
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is strongly preferred.
CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. is a national provider of civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, and property acquisition services for small to large-scale development sites across the United States. Since 1973, CEI has delivered high-quality, client-focused solutions that drive progress in commercial, municipal, recreational, and infrastructure projects.
Our civil engineering services include:
Land development and site design
Municipal transportation
Outdoor recreation
Flood protection and drainage solutions
Hydrology and hydraulic analysis
Construction administration
Our experienced land surveying team provides:
ALTA/NSPS land title surveys
Boundary and topographic surveys
Pipeline, highway, and utility route surveys
Right-of-way and easement documentation
Construction staking and layout
Communications and energy sector surveys
Subdivisions, plats, and tax map review
Our licensed landscape architects support clients with:
Site inventory, analysis, and program development
Conceptual design and master planning
Final plans and construction documents
Bidding support and construction administration
With a diverse team of over 185 professionals working in 22 states, CEI delivers local expertise with national reach—ensuring responsive service, streamlined communication, and consistent project delivery coast to coast.
