AutoCAD Specialist – SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering)

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Summary:
The AutoCAD Specialist – SUE is responsible for preparing and maintaining detailed CAD drawings related to Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations and underground utility design. This position supports engineers, project managers, and field teams by converting survey data, utility records, and field investigation results into accurate utility mapping and design drawings. The role requires strong proficiency in AutoCAD and experience working with underground utility data, including telecommunications, gas, water, sewer, and electric infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and update CAD drawings for SUE investigations, utility mapping, and infrastructure design using AutoCAD.
  
  
• Process and incorporate survey data, field investigation notes, and utility records into detailed CAD plans.
  
  
• Produce plan and profile drawings, base maps, utility layouts, and construction drawings.
  
  
• Interpret data from utility locates, test holes, and geophysical investigations performed during Subsurface Utility Engineering.
  
  
• Assist in preparing drawings in accordance with **ASCE 38 Quality Levels (QL-A, QL-B, QL-C, QL-D).
  
  
• Maintain and organize CAD files, layers, and project documentation in accordance with company CAD standards.
  
  
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications.
  
  
• Coordinate with survey teams, SUE field crews, engineers, and project managers to ensure accurate representation of underground utilities.
  
  
• Update drawings based on field redlines, engineering revisions, and survey updates.
  
  
• Prepare exhibits, permit drawings, and deliverables for client submittals.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with strong drafting and technical drawing skills.
  
  
• Experience preparing utility base maps and underground utility layouts.
  
  
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans, surveys, and utility records.
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple drawing revisions.
  
  
• Understanding of CAD layering standards, scaling, and dimensioning practices.
  
  
• Effective communication and coordination skills with technical teams.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or CAD Design.
  
  
• Experience working with SUE projects and underground utility investigations.
  
  
• Familiarity with civil engineering software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  
  
• Knowledge of telecom, gas, water, sewer, or electrical utility infrastructure.
  
  
• Experience with survey data integration and mapping.
  
  

Typical Work Environment:

• Engineering and consulting firms
  
  
• Utility design companies
  
  
• Infrastructure and construction support firms
  
  

Key Skills:

• AutoCAD drafting and design
  
  
• Utility mapping and interpretation
  
  
• Technical documentation and drawing control
  
  
• Coordination with survey and engineering teams
  
  
• Understanding of underground infrastructure systems
  
  

Position Objective:
To support engineering and design teams by producing accurate CAD drawings that reflect field-verified underground utilities and ensure safe, efficient planning and construction of infrastructure projects.