Design Drafter, Civil and Drainage Works

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

The Design Drafter – Civil and Drainage Works is responsible for preparing detailed engineering drawings and documentation related to civil infrastructure and stormwater drainage systems. The role supports engineers in the design and delivery of projects across residential, commercial, and public infrastructure sectors.

This role sits in our Mobility Business Area. We partner with our clients across the globe to design thriving and connected cities and communities that enable opportunity for all and keep the world moving. Climate change, urbanization and digitization trends are requiring today’s mobility projects and systems to address an evolving set of demands from the world’s growing population. We design connected, sustainable solutions that integrate existing infrastructure with new technologies, and optimize the mobility of people and goods.

Role accountabilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing detailed 2D and 3D civil design drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation. Your work will encompass a variety of essential tasks, including creating drainage layouts, earthworks, road designs, and utility alignments. You'll be instrumental in developing and updating stormwater drainage plans, culvert details, detention basins, and erosion control layouts. A key part of your duties will involve converting engineers' design sketches and calculations into precise technical drawings, ensuring they align with local standards, codes, and project specifications. Additionally, you'll assist in preparing quantity take-offs and provide basic cost estimation support, contributing significantly to the project's financial planning.

Collaboration is a crucial aspect of this role. You will coordinate closely with engineers, surveyors, and other drafters to guarantee the accuracy of drawings and resolve any design conflicts that may arise. You'll maintain organized drawing records, manage file revisions, and uphold document control protocols to ensure seamless workflow and accessibility. Your participation in project meetings and design review processes will allow you to actively contribute to the project's development and success. Furthermore, you will support the creation of as-built documentation and update redline drawings based on site feedback, ensuring that final records accurately reflect the completed work.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• Diploma or Certificate in Civil Engineering Drafting, CAD Technology, or related field
• 2+ years’ experience in civil drafting, with a focus on drainage or infrastructure projects
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related design/drafting software
• Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic design principles and stormwater modeling concepts
• Knowledge of relevant local design standards (or equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret engineering sketches and specifications
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Experience with GIS, 12D, or MicroStation is an advantage

Preferred:

• Experience in urban and rural drainage design projects
• Understanding of construction practices related to drainage systems and civil works
• Exposure to BIM workflows and digital design systems

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $66,000 - $99,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.