Senior CAD Designer/Technician

WATER PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle.

We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, and construction support services.

Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking a highly experienced Senior CAD Designer/Technician with progressive design and drafting experience supporting civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep technical expertise in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and MicroStation/InRoads, with a proven ability to lead complex design efforts, mentor junior staff, and ensure the delivery of high-quality construction documents in compliance with industry and client standards.

This role requires strong collaboration with engineers, project managers, and clients while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across multiple platforms and deliverables.

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Develop, coordinate, and produce advanced civil design drawings for transportation, roadway, drainage, utilities, and site development projects


* Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D to create and manage alignments, profiles, corridors, surfaces, grading, and plan & profile sheets


* Utilize MicroStation and InRoads for roadway geometry, cross sections, drainage layouts, and quantity calculations


* Lead CAD production efforts for large and complex projects, ensuring adherence to company standards, client requirements, and DOT criteria


* Perform quality control (QC) reviews of CAD files and construction documents to ensure accuracy and completeness


* Coordinate with engineers and project managers to resolve design issues and optimize constructability


* Prepare and maintain CAD standards, templates, and best practices across platforms


* Mentor and support junior CAD designers and technicians, providing technical guidance and training


* Integrate survey data, GIS data, and engineering calculations into design drawings


* Manage multiple assignments while meeting project schedules and deadlines

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS


* 15+ years of CAD design experience supporting civil engineering or infrastructure projects


* Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation and InRoads.


* Strong background in transportation, roadway, drainage, and utility design


* Extensive experience producing construction-ready plans for public and/or private sector projects


* Thorough understanding of CAD standards, layering conventions, and drawing management


* Ability to interpret engineering calculations, ...