Experienced Civil / Mechanical CAD Designer (Landfill Gas / Facilities Design) Naperville, IL (Naperville)

CADD Designer

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced CAD role with focus in landfill design and solid waste compliance. This role will be based in our Naperville, IL office.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Tetra Tech is a multi-disciplined service firm offering civil engineering, surveying, land use planning, environmental and other related services. Our firm is currently looking for Civil 3D CAD. The Civil 3D CAD Designer will be responsible for preparation of construction plans, working closely with the Professional Engineers and Designers on large private solid waste facilities, private residential, and public municipal projects. This position will work closely with senior staff members & Project Managers.

We are looking for enthusiastic associates with CAD skills that are looking to continue to grow their skills to work in multiple drafting / modeling platforms to develop engineering drawings on a variety of projects across the nation. This position is responsible for providing a full range of drawing production and organization for site civil, piping, and process design. The successful candidate must be able to use computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software, provide engineering drafting / design support for large private solid waste facilities, remediation, private residential, and public municipal projects. This is a non-exempt (hourly), full-time position.

Under direct supervision from a Senior CAD Designer, Engineer, or Project Manager; provides support to engineers for drawing layout, details, diagrams, and sketches, and provides supporting software computational work.

Technical Skills

Use Civil 3D CAD software to develop various civil and mechanical drawings (e.g. layout plans, 3-D piping, P & IDs, construction details).

Prepare three-dimensional models for use in computations and designs.

Create and manage alignments, profiles, corridors, surfaces, grading, and pipe networks using Civil 3D.

Develop construction documents including plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, and details.

Apply knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and practices to ensure compliant designs.

Generate and annotate plan sets including notes, legends, and schedules.

Utilize data shortcuts, reference files, and sheet sets for multi-disciplinary coordination.

Perform quantity take-offs and material calculations using Civil 3D tools.

Incorporate survey data, point files, and GIS information into design models.

Convert markups, sketches, and redlines from engineers into detailed CAD drawings.

Collaboration & Workflow

Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other designers to develop accurate deliverables.

Review and incorporate client or regulatory agency comments into design documents, and complete finished drawings and graphics for submittals to clients.

Organize and maintain CAD standards, templates, and layer controls to ensure consistency across projects.

Manage drawing revisions, updates, and document control processes.

Problem-Solving & Efficiency

Identify and resolve drawing and design conflicts through effective communication and CAD techniques.

Optimize Civil 3D workflows to improve drawing efficiency and accuracy.

Complete finished drawings and graphics for submittals to clients.

Check drawings for completeness and accuracy.

Qualifications

Associate's degree or equivalent.

5+ years of experience or training.

Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and similar software.

Good mathematical skills and fundamentals in geometry and trigonometry.

Working knowledge of supporting software : Word, Excel, Power Point.

Ability to work in a small office environment and be dependable to all team members.

Ability to meet project deadlines.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include :

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.

Merit-based financial rewards.

Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work / life balance.

Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 27,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.