Senior CAD Designer

Title : Senior CAD Designer

Type : Direct Hire

Salary : Based on Experience

Job Summary :

We are looking for a Senior CAD Designer with 3–5 years of experience in drafting easements, writing legal descriptions, and generating rights-of-way. This position plays a key role in supporting clients and internal teams by processing field survey data, interpreting legal documents, and managing easement-related drawings and documentation. The ideal candidate is proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and values collaboration, consistency, and delivering high-quality work within the utility design and engineering field.

Responsibilities :

Process and interpret field survey data accurately.

Draft easements, legal descriptions, and rights-of-way documentation.

Read and interpret legal and property documents.

Prepare detailed project drawings in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including plans, sections, details, and notes.

Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers to meet deadlines.

Ensure compliance with client-specific and internal CAD standards.

Conduct quality assurance / quality control (QA / QC) reviews on all drawing files.

Coordinate schedules and deliverables with various team members.

Assist with permit drawing set development.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications :

Associate degree in AutoCAD drafting or equivalent experience.

3–5 years of experience drafting easements, writing legal descriptions, and generating rights-of-way.

At least 5 years of experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Experience with field survey data processing.

Strong understanding of legal documents and easement documentation.

Experience with MDOT and MicroStation is a plus.

Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Adobe software.

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Work Environment :

Primarily office-based.

Occasional travel or field work may be required.

Ability to interpret technical sketches and drawings.

Compensation & Benefits :

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits (eligible after 90 days).

401(k) with up to 4% employer match (fully vested day one; eligible after 6 months).

Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability.

Additional voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, Life & AD&D, HFSA, and DCA.

PTO and holiday pay available after 121 days; additional PTO accrues over time.

Parental leave available for eligible employees.

Employee Assistance Program offering counseling, coaching, and financial wellness support.

Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.