NV5 · 23 hours ago
CAD Drafter l
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients. The CAD Drafter I supports the preparation of construction drawings and documentation for natural gas transmission and distribution projects, collaborating with designers and engineers to produce accurate electronic drawings.
ConsultingIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Plant 3D to prepare construction drawings under the direction of designers and engineers
Maintain organized drawing files, reference data, and project documentation
Incorporate markups, design changes, and redlines into drawings in a timely manner
Assist with basic field verification, existing conditions documentation, and data collection as needed
Apply drafting standards and utility drawing requirements consistently across all work
Collaborate with the design team to ensure accurate representation of project intent in all drawings
Interpret and draft from utility record drawings, survey data, and field notes with accuracy
Qualification
Required
Strong proficiency in CAD drafting, including AutoCAD; experience with Civil 3D and/or Plant 3D preferred
Ability to read and interpret utility record drawings, as‑builts, and basic engineering sketches
Understanding of plan and profile drawings, aerial line layouts, and wet utility configurations
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate technical drawings
Ability to work collaboratively with designers, engineers, and peers
Basic knowledge of utility infrastructure, construction documentation, or related technical concepts
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and standard project communication tools
Preferred
Experience drafting for natural gas or other utility projects
Exposure to aerial mapping, GIS data, or survey information
Experience incorporating QA/QC feedback and applying drafting standards
Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat or other markup tools
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life insurance
PTO
401(k)
Professional development/advancement opportunities
Company
NV5
NV5 is a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions for public and private sector clients supporting infrastructure, utility, and building assets and systems.
Founded in 1947
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-05-15Acquired
2013-03-26IPO
Leadership Team
Noreen Clindinning
Chief Operating Officer Environmental Health Services
Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE
Chief Diversity Officer / SoCal Construction Quality Assurance Group Director
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