Civil/Structural CAD Designer I

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Civil/Structural CAD Designer to join our growing team! 

CAD Designer (Civil/Structural)

We are seeking a CAD Designer with experience supporting engineering and construction projects through 2D drafting, 3D modeling, and construction document development.

This role partners with engineers to deliver Issued for Bid (IFB) and Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages across Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and Autodesk tools
• Produce construction documents, bid sets, and detailed design packages
• Create layouts, schematics, grading plans, and structural details
• Coordinate with engineering, design, and project teams
• Apply CAD standards, QA/QC processes, and drafting best practices
• Manage drawing revisions, redlines, and document control
• Support design calculations and technical problem-solving

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Civil, Structural, Architectural, or Engineering Technology (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of CAD drafting/design experience in a project-based environment
• Strong proficiency in civil and Structural 3D modeling
• AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, or CADWorx
• Experience with:
• Site design and grading
• Construction drawings and plan sets
• Structural detailing (steel and/or concrete)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Bonus if you have any of the following Qualifications

• Experience in oil & gas, industrial, or infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of survey data processing
• Familiarity with multi-discipline project coordination

Skills & Keywords

AutoCAD • Civil 3D • Plant 3D • CADWorx • Drafting • 3D Modeling • Construction Documents • IFC Drawings • IFB Packages • Civil Design • Structural Steel • Concrete Detailing • Grading Plans • Engineering Design • Industrial Projects • Oil & Gas • Survey Data • QA/QC • Design Coordination

Why Join Us

• Work on multi-disciplinary engineering projects
• Opportunity to grow technical expertise in Civil and Structural design
• Collaborative, team-driven environment

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary/hourly range for this position is $27 – $35 per hour.

Our benefits include: 

•    Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
•    Flexible work options
•    401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
•    Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
•    Paid time off (PTO)
•    Paid holidays (twelve per year)
•    Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.