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Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter Jobs in Berkeley, CA

Astranis

CAD Engineer

San Francisco, CA

CAD Engineer As an Astranis CAD Engineer you will design, develop, configure, and maintain spacecraft components and assemblies like bracketry, harnesses, propulsion manifolds, and waveguides. You ...

EROS Technologies, Inc.

CAD Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

We have an urgent opening for CAD Engineer and the is as follows : Location: Fremont, CA Duration: FTE Keywords: Solid works, ECO Mandatory Skills: Solid Works, ECO/ECM Process, Communication ...

Atomic Machines

Generative AI CAD Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site +1

$210K - $260K/yr

About this role As a Generative AI CAD Engineer, you can shape our CAD/automation workflows by developing generative and programmatic CAD pipelines that transform design specifications into ...

Atomic Machines

Generative AI CAD Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$210K - $260K/yr

About this role As a Generative AI CAD Engineer, you can shape our CAD/automation workflows by developing generative and programmatic CAD pipelines that transform design specifications into ...

Astranis

CAD Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

Works with the management of top-level spacecraft assemblies in CAD, as well as create and maintain BOMs in the transfer to production * Check and review engineering drawings * Develop, ideate, and ...

Mercor

CAD Software Expert - Annotator

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$70 - $90/hr

Position: CAD Engineer -- ScreenSpot Plus (Screenshot Capture & UI Annotation) Type: Contract Compensation: $70-$90/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities * Capture high-quality screenshots of ...

Service Global, Inc

CAD/BIM Designer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Diploma or bachelor's degree in Drafting, Civil, Architectural, Electrical Design, or related discipline. * Fluent in AutoCAD and Revit with the ability to produce clean construction documents and ...

langan

Land Survey CAD Technician

Oakland, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Exposure to drone and scanning technologies; * Assist with office tasks including, but not limited to CAD drafting, processing Survey field data, ongoing communication with Survey crews to assist ...

langan

Land Survey CAD Technician

San Francisco, CA

$30 - $40/hr

Exposure to drone and scanning technologies; * Assist with office tasks including, but not limited to CAD drafting, processing Survey field data, ongoing communication with Survey crews to assist ...

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How much do entrylevel computer aided design drafter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for entrylevel computer aided design drafter in Berkeley, CA is $32.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.91 and $37.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter vs Entrylevel Civil Engineering Technician?

AspectEntrylevel Computer Aided Design DrafterEntrylevel Civil Engineering Technician
CredentialsAssociate degree or technical certificate in drafting or CADAssociate degree in civil engineering technology or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, architectural firms, engineering companiesConstruction sites, engineering firms, government agencies
Job FocusCreating technical drawings and plans using CAD softwareAssisting in civil engineering projects, surveying, and site analysis

While both roles support engineering projects, the Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter primarily focuses on producing detailed CAD drawings, whereas the Entrylevel Civil Engineering Technician assists with fieldwork and project support in civil engineering environments. The CAD drafter emphasizes design skills, while the technician emphasizes practical engineering support.

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Infographic showing various Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter job openings in Berkeley, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 73% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,399 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

CAD Drafting Technician

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

Oakland, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Overview
Geosyntec is seeking a CAD Drafting Technician (Civil 3D) to support project needs in the San Francisco Bay Branch's Oakland, CA office. This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will perform computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) for a variety of civil, environmental, and geotechnical engineering design projects. We are seeking a motivated individual who can develop layouts, grading plans and details for civil engineering projects, including landfills, industrial sites and utilities. Projects also include mechanical drawing systems and opportunities to contribute from the conceptual design stage through construction.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Draft, edit, & finalize technical drawings to be included in reports, proposals, presentations, and marketing materials;
  • Operate a CAD computer using appropriate hardware and software to develop final drawings;
  • Transfer information from an engineering drawing to a final CAD drawing using appropriate symbols and drafting standards;
  • Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine best approach to complete drawings;
  • Copy detailed plans and drawings and perform non-routine complex drafting assignments;
  • Operate plotter, printer, scanner, and other input/output devices; and
  • Proofread CAD drawings for accuracy, format, and grammar.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND LOCATION
  • Work will be performed under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer and under the supervision of other engineers.
  • This position is in-person, in-office; it is not remote.

Education and Licensure
  • Associate degree in Drafting; or high school diploma and a minimum of one (1) year experience performing CAD drafting work in a professional setting; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications
  • Experience using the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD, including but not limited to Annotation Styles, Multileaders, MTEXT, Dimensions, Sheet Sets, Paper Space / Model Space, XREFs, Layers, Dynamic Blocks, and Tool Palettes. (required)
  • Working knowledge of the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D. (required)
  • Experience developing and working with grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three-dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for landfills and other large civil design projects. (required)
  • Experience in land development projects. (preferred)
  • Experience developing and working with grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three-dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for landfills and other large civil design projects. (preferred)
  • Experience in piping and instrumentation diagrams. (preferred)
  • Knowledge of civil engineering basics including sheet organization, topographical data, scales, and coordinate systems. (preferred)
  • Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files. (preferred)
  • Strong reasoning, mathematical, and geometrical skills. (required)
  • Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel. (required)
  • Autodesk Certified Professional in Civil 3D for Infrastructure Design. (preferred).
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret red line drawings from engineers and scientists.(required)
  • Ability to understand complex verbal and written instruction and interact effectively to maintain a team environment. (required)
  • Capable of paying attention to detail, maintaining and managing project files with standard naming conventions and folder structures. (required)
  • Ability to perform basic math and geometry together with defining problems, establish facts, and deal with abstract concepts.(required)
  • Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. H-1B visa and employment based green card sponsorships are not available for this position.

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location below. The typical pay range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.
  • Minimum Pay: $28.42/hour / Maximum Pay: $47.32/hour (Oakland, CA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.
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