Computer Aided Design Assistant Jobs in McKinney, TX

The Survey CAD Technician is responsible for producing accurate survey drawings, maps, plats, and exhibits using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software. This role supports a variety of surveying projects through CAD drafting, survey data processing, and coordination with survey and project teams. Occasional field support may be required.

• Prepare survey maps, plats, exhibits, and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Process field data and survey computations for boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, utility, and construction staking projects.
• Maintain CAD files, project documentation, and deliverables.
• Perform quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with surveyors and project teams to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Support occasional field surveying activities and site observations.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail.

• 2+ years of survey drafting experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience processing survey data and computations.
• Knowledge of boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Familiarity with Trimble Business Center, GPS data, and survey workflows.
• Understanding of metes and bounds descriptions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license

• CST or SIT certification.
• Prior field surveying experience.
• Experience creating survey exhibits and plats.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow within the surveying profession.

Primarily office-based with a focus on CAD drafting and survey data processing. Occasional field work may be required. The role offers the opportunity to work with modern surveying technologies in a collaborative, quality-focused environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, TX.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Addison,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

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