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Civil Drafter jobs are open across civil engineering firms, municipal agencies, construction companies, and land development consultancies, at every level from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in roadway, site development, and utilities drafting. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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This is an onsite position based in Billings, Montana OR Colstrip, MT.
The Civil & Mining CAD Drafter will support engineering, mine planning, surveying, and operational projects. This position will be responsible for preparing, revising, and maintaining technical drawings, maps, and design documents related to mine development, earthwork, reclamation, and civil infrastructure. This position will work closely with engineers, surveyors, mine planners, and operations personnel to translate engineering concepts, survey data, field information, and design markups into accurate and organized CAD drawings.
Supervisor Responsibilities
This position will not have supervisory responsibilities over other employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare, modify, and maintain 2D and 3D CAD drawings for mining, civil engineering, and earthwork projects.
- Assist with the preparation of mine plans, grading plans, site layouts, haul road alignments, drainage plans, and reclamation drawings.
- Develop plan views, profiles, cross-sections, contours, and other technical drawing details using engineering specifications and survey data.
- Assist with the preparation of earthwork and material quantity calculations, including cut-and-fill volumes and stockpile quantities.
- Incorporate survey data, field measurements, aerial imagery, and other technical information into CAD drawings.
- Review engineering markups, sketches, and design revisions and incorporate changes into project drawings.
- Maintain accurate CAD files, drawing libraries, project records, and revision documentation in accordance with established drafting standards.
- Assist with the preparation of exhibits, maps, reports, and technical documents for engineering, permitting, planning, and operational purposes.
- Coordinate with engineering, mine planning, surveying, environmental, and operations personnel to ensure drawing accuracy and project requirements are met.
- Assist with field data collection, site observations, and verification of existing conditions as needed.
- Perform quality checks on drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and adherence to project standards.
- Learn and apply company drafting procedures, CAD standards, and applicable engineering practices.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Work regularly requires prolonged sitting at a workstation and extended use of a computer. The position may also require standing, walking on uneven terrain, and moving between work areas during field visit.
Typical Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office environment, with occasional visits to active surface mining, industrial, or project sites. Field conditions may include exposure to heavy equipment, dust, noise, uneven terrain, and changing or inclement weather. Travel between work locations may be required. Employees must comply with applicable safety policies, training requirements, personal protective equipment requirements, and site-access procedures.
Education and Experience
- Associate degree (two-year college degree) in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or a closely related technical field.
- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
- Highly Organized
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Technical Computer and Software
This is an onsite position based in Billings, Montana OR Colstrip, MT.
The Civil & Mining CAD Drafter will support engineering, mine planning, surveying, and operational projects. This position will be responsible for preparing, revising, and maintaining technical drawings, maps, and design documents related to mine development, earthwork, reclamation, and civil infrastructure. This position will work closely with engineers, surveyors, mine planners, and operations personnel to translate engineering concepts, survey data, field information, and design markups into accurate and organized CAD drawings.
Supervisor Responsibilities
This position will not have supervisory responsibilities over other employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare, modify, and maintain 2D and 3D CAD drawings for mining, civil engineering, and earthwork projects.
- Assist with the preparation of mine plans, grading plans, site layouts, haul road alignments, drainage plans, and reclamation drawings.
- Develop plan views, profiles, cross-sections, contours, and other technical drawing details using engineering specifications and survey data.
- Assist with the preparation of earthwork and material quantity calculations, including cut-and-fill volumes and stockpile quantities.
- Incorporate survey data, field measurements, aerial imagery, and other technical information into CAD drawings.
- Review engineering markups, sketches, and design revisions and incorporate changes into project drawings.
- Maintain accurate CAD files, drawing libraries, project records, and revision documentation in accordance with established drafting standards.
- Assist with the preparation of exhibits, maps, reports, and technical documents for engineering, permitting, planning, and operational purposes.
- Coordinate with engineering, mine planning, surveying, environmental, and operations personnel to ensure drawing accuracy and project requirements are met.
- Assist with field data collection, site observations, and verification of existing conditions as needed.
- Perform quality checks on drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and adherence to project standards.
- Learn and apply company drafting procedures, CAD standards, and applicable engineering practices.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Work regularly requires prolonged sitting at a workstation and extended use of a computer. The position may also require standing, walking on uneven terrain, and moving between work areas during field visit.
Typical Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office environment, with occasional visits to active surface mining, industrial, or project sites. Field conditions may include exposure to heavy equipment, dust, noise, uneven terrain, and changing or inclement weather. Travel between work locations may be required. Employees must comply with applicable safety policies, training requirements, personal protective equipment requirements, and site-access procedures.
Education and Experience
- Associate degree (two-year college degree) in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or a closely related technical field.
- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
- Highly Organized
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Technical Computer and Software
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil drafter jobs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for plan production
- Associate degree or bachelor's degree in drafting technology, civil engineering technology, or a related field
- Experience reading and interpreting civil engineering plans and specifications
- Knowledge of grading, drainage, roadway, and utility layout drawing standards
- Familiarity with local municipality or state DOT plan sheet requirements
- EIT credential or coursework toward professional licensure is a plus for senior roles
Tips for Your Civil Drafter Job Search
Tailor your resume to CAD software versions
Hiring managers for civil drafter roles often screen for specific software versions, not just software names. List AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or Bentley by version number if you know it, and match the exact tool names used in each job posting.
Build a portfolio of annotated drawings
A portfolio that shows grading plans, utility layouts, or roadway cross-sections with your annotations intact tells employers far more than a diploma. Even academic or internship drawings work if you can explain the design decisions behind them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists civil drafter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by project type not just title
Civil drafter postings often bury the project type deep in the description. Search for terms like site plan, grading, stormwater, or right-of-way alongside the job title to find roles that match your hands-on experience rather than just your credential.
Prepare a redline correction example for interviews
Many civil engineering firms give a short drawing review exercise during interviews. Walk in ready to describe a time you caught a design error in a drawing, what the error was, and how you flagged it, since that process is central to the daily work.
Negotiate scope before accepting a title
Two civil drafter offers at the same pay can differ sharply in how much independent drawing work versus redlining and editing you do. Ask directly what percentage of your time will be original drafting versus revision, so you know what skill you will actually build.
Civil Drafter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most civil drafters?
The companies hiring the most civil drafters right now include GHD, DPK Consulting, and BASIN Engineering & Surveying, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal engineering consultancies and state DOT contractors tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many civil drafter jobs are remote?
About 36% of civil drafter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a role that still requires close coordination with field crews and project engineers. Sub-specializations in utility mapping and records drafting tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles tied to active construction sites remain predominantly on-site or in-office.
How do you become a civil drafter?
Start by completing an associate degree or technical certificate in drafting technology or civil engineering technology, where you build foundational skills in AutoCAD and blueprint reading. From there, seek an internship or entry-level position at a civil engineering or land development firm to work on real plan sets. Progressively take on grading plans, utility layouts, and roadway cross-sections to expand your drawing range and move into more independent work.
Can you get hired as a civil drafter with little experience?
Yes, entry-level civil drafter roles are regularly posted at firms that expect to train recent graduates on their internal standards and software workflows. The strongest candidates bring a portfolio of academic drawings, demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD or Civil 3D, and exposure to plan reading through coursework or a drafting internship. Targeting smaller civil engineering consultancies or municipal contractors often gives new drafters more hands-on drawing work faster than large firms.
What does the civil drafter interview process look like?
Most civil drafter interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on your software skills and project background, followed by an in-person or technical interview where you may review a sample plan set and discuss how you would approach a specific drawing task. Some firms give a short drafting exercise or a redline review. The process typically moves quickly, with one to two rounds before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to civil drafter jobs?
You can find and apply to civil drafter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings for roles that match your software skills, project experience, and location preferences, then apply directly to each opening that fits your background.
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