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CAD Designer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, architecture, and product development regularly file LCAs for these roles. Use Migrate Mate to find CAD Designer jobs at companies with active H-1B visa filing history.
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Get Access To All JobsArdurra is seeking a Experienced CAD Designer to join our team in our Ocala, FL location!
Primary Duties
- Prepare plans for a wide variety of roadway design projects that include the following elements: geometric design, horizontal and vertical alignment, intersection layout, interchange layout, roadway drainage, and right of way plans.
- Produce 3D models, roadway plan, profile, and cross section plans, erosion control plans, drainage plans and profiles, utility plans, and signing and pavement marketing plans.
- Stay current with industry trends and standards related to CADD.
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma
- An AS in Drafting/Design Technology or Certification in CAD Foundations/Fundamentals or related field is preferred but not required.
- 5-10 years of CADD experience
- Ability to follow basic CAD standards and learn in-house standards.
- Ability to draw plans efficiently and accurately using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
- Good written and oral communication abilities and interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
- Must be highly organized, self-motivated and meticulous with details
Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.
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Education
Preferred Associates or better in Computer Aided Drafting & Design
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Ardurra is seeking a Experienced CAD Designer to join our team in our Ocala, FL location!
Primary Duties
- Prepare plans for a wide variety of roadway design projects that include the following elements: geometric design, horizontal and vertical alignment, intersection layout, interchange layout, roadway drainage, and right of way plans.
- Produce 3D models, roadway plan, profile, and cross section plans, erosion control plans, drainage plans and profiles, utility plans, and signing and pavement marketing plans.
- Stay current with industry trends and standards related to CADD.
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma
- An AS in Drafting/Design Technology or Certification in CAD Foundations/Fundamentals or related field is preferred but not required.
- 5-10 years of CADD experience
- Ability to follow basic CAD standards and learn in-house standards.
- Ability to draw plans efficiently and accurately using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
- Good written and oral communication abilities and interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
- Must be highly organized, self-motivated and meticulous with details
Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.
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Education
Preferred Associates or better in Computer Aided Drafting & Design
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a CAD Designer
Verify your degree maps to the role
H-1B approval depends on your degree aligning specifically with CAD design work. A degree in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or drafting technology satisfies specialty occupation requirements. General business or unrelated STEM degrees can trigger RFEs.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Run your SOC code through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the floor before the offer lands.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
H-1B sponsoring employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Filter your search to companies already enrolled, since non-enrolled employers can't legally sponsor you and won't have the infrastructure to file quickly after an offer.
Search LCA filings for CAD-specific job titles
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed LCAs for CAD Designer, CAD Technician, or Drafting Engineer roles. This filters out companies that sponsor only software or finance roles and rarely hire for design and manufacturing positions.
Document your software certifications before filing
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for CAD roles. Certifications in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Revit strengthen your petition by demonstrating field-specific technical expertise your employer can reference in their support letter.
File before the April 1 cap-subject deadline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be submitted for the October 1 start date, with registration opening in March. If your employer misses the lottery window, your earliest cap-subject start date shifts a full year, so confirm your employer's filing timeline well in advance.
H-1B Visa CAD Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a CAD Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as mechanical engineering, industrial design, or drafting technology. The job description must reflect that the degree is a genuine requirement, not a preference. Roles where any degree is acceptable regardless of field are more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS.
Which industries hire CAD Designers on H-1B sponsorship most frequently?
Manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, and architecture firms account for the bulk of LCA filings for CAD-related roles. Product development companies and defense contractors also file regularly. You can browse employers in these sectors who have active H-1B filing history for design and drafting roles directly on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new CAD Designer role at a different employer?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've been in valid status. The new employer must file a new LCA certifying the prevailing wage for your new location and job title before submitting the I-129.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply specifically to CAD Designer positions?
CAD Designer roles are typically classified under SOC codes for drafters or mechanical engineering technologists. The DOL assigns four wage levels based on experience and complexity. Your employer's LCA must meet the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and metropolitan area. Use OFLC Wage Search with your job's SOC code and work location to verify the floor before your employer files.
What happens to my H-1B status if my CAD Designer role is eliminated?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During this window you're not authorized to work but remain in a valid period of authorized stay. Filing an H-1B transfer petition before the 60 days expire restarts your work authorization with the new employer.