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Drafter - Civil Engineering

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Civil Engineering Drafter is responsible for generating drawings and exhibits crucial to the design of civil engineering projects such as bridges, highways, stormdrain, and pipelines.

Leidos

Engineering Drafter

College Park, GA · On-site

$59K - $106K/yr

Leidos is seeking an Engineering Drafter to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) preparing for civil ...

Actium Inc

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Engineering Drafter

Sacramento, CA · Remote

Apian Consulting Inc is looking for Engineering Drafters to join one of our Engineering Drawings ... civil systems, engineering drawings. 2. Prepare conceptual phase models and plans for DWR O&M ...

Leidos

Engineering Drafter

College Park, GA · Hybrid

$59K - $106K/yr

Leidos is seeking an Engineering Drafter to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) preparing for civil ...

347 Group, Inc.

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Engineering Drafter

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

The Substation Drafter supports the design of substation engineering projects. Primary ... Experience in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil facilities We offer a generous benefits package ...

347 Group, Inc.

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Engineering Drafter

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

The Substation Drafter supports the design of substation engineering projects. Primary ... Experience in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil facilities We offer a generous benefits package ...

Leidos

Engineering Drafter

College Park, GA · On-site

$59K - $106K/yr

Utilize CADD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, SolidWorks, or Civil 3D) to create, edit ... Six or more years of experience drafting engineering drawings using AutoCAD * Ability to organize ...

Leidos

Civil Engineer/Drafter

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$59K - $106K/yr

The candidate will support the FAA's Engineering Services team by applying broad experience and ... Required Qualifications: * BS Degree in Engineering disciplines of Civil, Electrical, Architect and ...

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How much do trainee civil engineering drafter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee civil engineering drafter in the United States is $25.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Civil Engineering Drafter vs Civil Engineering Technician?

AspectTrainee Civil Engineering DrafterCivil Engineering Technician
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding an associate degree or diploma in drafting or civil engineering technologyUsually holds an associate degree or diploma in civil engineering technology or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, drafting studios, on-site for measurementsConstruction sites, design offices, field inspections
Job FocusCreating technical drawings and plans under supervisionAssisting in project implementation, site inspections, and technical support

While both roles involve technical skills and civil engineering knowledge, a Trainee Civil Engineering Drafter primarily focuses on creating detailed drawings and plans, often under supervision, whereas a Civil Engineering Technician is more involved in fieldwork, project support, and site inspections. The roles are complementary, with the trainee gaining drafting skills and the technician applying technical knowledge in practical settings.

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Drafter - Civil Engineering

Drafter - Civil Engineering

Topographic

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Civil Engineering Drafter is responsible for generating drawings and exhibits crucial to the design of civil engineering projects such as bridges, highways, stormdrain, and pipelines. This role involves utilizing computer software to design and calculate. This position collaborates closely with technical teams and participates in construction and production tasks.

INTER-RELATIONSHIPS

Employees, Managers, and Supervisors throughout the corporation.

MAJOR TASKS

  • Perform design calculations.
  • Assist and prepare reports, maps, exhibits, and plans.
  • Potentially conducts on-site visits for project assessment.
  • Utilize computer-aided design software to generate designs.
  • Effectively communicate designs to construction and production teams.

JOB SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Familiar with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Ability to learn and understand fundamental principles and design methodologies of various basic civil engineering aspects, including but not limited to drainage, pipe hydraulics, stormwater management, roadway and pavement layout, grading, earthwork calculations, water and wastewater systems, erosion control, etc.
  • Detail-oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team play, self-starter.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently as necessary.
  • Strong work ethic, adeptness in interpersonal communication and writing, and a strong enthusiasm for continuous learning.
  • Proficiency in both independent and collaborative work settings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL DEMANDS

The following mental demands are required to perform the essential functions of this job: concentrate, conceptualize, cooperative work with others/teamwork, detailed work, frequent task changes, irregular schedule as needed, learn new tasks, interruptive /distractive environment, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, reasoning, problem-solving, time pressures.

STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE

Topographic OM, Inc. in office Standard business hours is Monday-Friday from 6am-7pm. The specific schedule for this role will be based on location and department.

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