Computer Aided Design Technician

Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Civil Science, a forward-thinking engineering and surveying firm, is seeking a talented Survey CAD Technician to join our growing team in Williston or Dickinson, North Dakota.

At Civil Science, you’ll collaborate with an experienced team of Project Managers, Professional Land Surveyors, Engineers, and Survey Crew Chiefs to support exciting, large-scale projects that shape communities. From land development and infrastructure to transportation and municipal utilities, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming innovative ideas into reality.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate on projects to create legal boundaries, descriptions, and plat maps.
• Process survey data from cutting-edge technologies like GPS and LiDAR to develop topographic maps.
• Prepare construction staking calculations for survey crews using AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Contribute to a variety of projects, including land development, infrastructure design, and transportation systems

What We’re Looking For:

We’re searching for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, self-directed environment and brings a strong technical skill set to the table. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D, including the ability to:
  • Process survey data and create topographic models/surfaces.
  • Plot legal descriptions and boundaries for plat maps, ALTA surveys, and other legal instruments.
  • Develop alignments, corridors, pipe networks, and 3D terrain models for survey and construction tasks.
• Experience with survey data collection methods and an understanding of LiDAR data post-processing (a plus).
• Knowledge of construction plans and an ability to prepare data for survey/construction staking.
• 2+ years of CAD experience in survey or civil engineering projects related to land development, municipal utilities, or transportation.
• Strong multitasking skills and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow.

Why Join Civil Science?

• Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.
• Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.
• Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

About Civil Science

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you’re ready to join a firm that’s shaping the future of civil engineering, we’d love to have you on our team!

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Civil Science 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.