Senior CADD Technician
Ayres Associates
Lead CADD work, produce civil drawings, manage workflows, mentor staff.
4 days ago ago
$36 - $49
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Fort Collins, CO
Office Full-Time
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction Services
Environmental Services
Surveying
Transportation
Planning
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Environmental
General Civil
Geospatial
Structural Design & Inspection
Survey
Traffic
Transportation
Role
What you would be doing
cadd management
design drafting
software installation
drawing revision
schedule management
budget control
- Keep a schedule, stay on budget, and ensure the smooth operation of tasks.
- Perform CADD management tasks such as technical support, installing and updating CADD software, orienting new staff on CADD standards and workflows, conduct CADD related training, modify and encourage adherence to CADD standards, and stay up to date on the latest versions and updates of CADD technology.
- Assist in the development of design drawings and construction documents using Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and OpenRoads Designer for projects of varying size and complexity.
- Rework and modify drawings and designs based on comments and reviews from project managers, engineers, and clients.
- Analyze sketches, notes, and project meeting minutes to determine best approach to complex designs and drawings.
What you bring
civil 3d
autocad
openroads
lisp
bachelor’s
10+ years
- Experience creating Civil 3D styles.
- Experience customizing AutoCAD/Civil 3D, including using LISP, Visual LISP, .Net, VBA, or similar.
- Experience in a CADD manger role
- Experience in CADD production of models and drawings for civil infrastructure and environmental type projects, including sheet sets, surface creation, grading, pipe networks, corridors, and point management.
- The ability to communicate, train, and help others use the technology, tools, and CADD standards successfully on projects.
- A strong understanding and vision of CADD standards and their value to projects.
- Live in the Fort Collins area or are willing to relocate
- 10+ years of experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and OpenRoads designer
- Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.
- Ability to maintain a balance between strict adherence to CADD standards and flexibility to meet client requirements, changing technology, and innovation.
- Associate’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Ability and experience working with designers and engineers in the CADD production process.
- Show attention to detail and have the patience to handle multiple rounds of revisions, coordination between disciplines, with the potential for repetitive tasks.
- Experience working in the Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Proven ability to manage deadlines across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with GIS, Revit, Bluebeam, or other related software.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
- PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Professional development opportunities.
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Company
Overview
1959 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1959 with a bold vision and five engineers in Eau Claire, WI.
#250 Ranking
ENR 2023 Top A/E Firm
Ranked among the top 500 architecture and engineering firms by ENR since 1972.
12 Offices
Nationwide Presence
Operates from 12 offices across the U.S., providing regional insight and national reach.
Thousands Delivered
Projects Completed
Over decades, thousands of projects have been designed and delivered, ranging from infrastructure to MEP facilities.
- Specializes in transportation design, water resources engineering, geospatial mapping, environmental science, and MEP services.
- Civil and municipal work supports critical infrastructure, such as roadways, rivers, and levee systems.
- Blends sustainability with industrial scale through solar energy and anaerobic digestion projects in Los Angeles.
- Headquartered in Eau Claire, with a focus on surveying, mapping, and landscape architecture from its largest office.
- A 2025 funding round supports further growth, reflecting confidence in their multidisciplinary expertise.
- We provide smart, creative solutions.
- Each team member is personally invested in the success of what we do.
- We have a 'go-getter' attitude.
- Our culture is open, and our leadership is transparent.
- We encourage curiosity about others and skill in inviting others to share their perspectives.
- We work with clients as partners.
- Our core values are Ingenuity, Integrity, and Intelligence.
258th Ranked
Design Consulting Firm Ranking
Ranked among the top design consulting firms, emphasizing minimizing office environmental footprint.
- Ensure enduring infrastructure for future generations without compromising the natural environment or communities.
- Incorporate sustainable technologies where applicable, providing employees with resources on sustainable design best practices.
- Offer sustainable services including Building, Benchmarks, EV Charging, Geothermal, Green Communities, Net Zero, and Photovoltaic (PV).
- Offices prioritize energy-saving and waste-reducing practices: stormwater-neutral parking, native landscaping, low-flow toilets, natural lighting sensors, energy-efficient appliances, monthly lights-out day, and discouraging personal heaters.
- Vehicles fleet optimized through regular tire and air-filter maintenance, annual tune-ups, and load reduction.
- Adopt recycling and reuse practices: no foam cups, non-disposable utensils, green-seal cleaning products, microfiber cloths, recycled paper, scrap reuse, recycling cans, batteries, and plastics 1–7.
87%
Employee Inclusivity
87% of employees feel the company is inclusive.
87%
Employee Comfort
87% of employees feel comfortable and confident being themselves at work (Energage survey).
87%
Inclusivity Score
87% of employees perceive the company culture as inclusive.
- Gender statistics: not publicly disclosed.
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