CAD Designer
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to a supportive work environment, strong company stability, and solid growth opportunities, though compensation details are vague.
- Established company with stability and history
- Comprehensive benefits provided
- Opportunity for hands-on experience in civil projects
- Compensation details not available
Pros
- Established firm with 50 years in the industry
- Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and wellness programs
- Opportunity to work on diverse projects
Cons
- Salary range not disclosed, making competitive evaluation difficult
- Limited information on career trajectory beyond the role
- Location may be a barrier for some candidates
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Entry-level to mid-level CAD designers
- Those keen on civil engineering and drafting work
- Candidates looking for stable work with benefits
Not recommended for
- Senior-level professionals seeking top-tier salaries
- Individuals needing flexible remote options
- Candidates uninterested in the civil engineering sector
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
CEI Engineering Associates in Bentonville, AR is looking to hire a full-time Civil CAD Designer to provide AutoCAD design and drafting support for civil site development projects. Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a highly respected and stable company? Have you been searching for increased career growth and earning potential? If so, please read on about this civil engineering role!
This AutoCAD position earns a competitive wage, depending on experience. We provide generous benefits, including comprehensive health offerings, a 401(k) with a company match, an employee stock ownership plan, a quarterly incentive bonus program, continuing education opportunities, and a health and wellness reimbursement program. If this sounds like the right CAD drafting opportunity in civil engineering for you, apply today!
ABOUT CEI ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, INC
Established in 1973, we became a leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture by approaching each project with the same objectives: to help our clients streamline their processes, create efficiencies, avoid costly mistakes, and drive revenue to their bottom line. With offices from coast to coast and a dedicated team of more than 180 professionals, we are a diverse, deeply experienced, and inclusive firm ready to help our clients take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way.
We employ hard-working people who want to develop and grow along with our company. We also want to help our employees and their families lead healthy, balanced lives. Therefore, we provide affordable coverage that promotes wellness beyond basic healthcare. By offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and ongoing training, we foster a supportive environment where our team can excel. Most importantly, we aim to give our employees the opportunity to do what they do best every single day.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CIVIL CAD DESIGNER
In this CAD drafting position, you play a vital role in developing small and large-scale commercial, industrial, public works, and parks/recreation projects. Each day, you can be found at your computer drafting site development plans. Paying close attention to detail, you are sure to include the site geometry, utility, erosion and sediment control, grading/drainage plans, and other details to meet client and CEI standards. As you work, you research and review deeds, ordinances, technical reports, and municipal, state, and federal codes to ensure that our plans are in compliance.
By analyzing surveys, field notes, maps, aerial photographs, and other materials, you are able to help identify potential project constraints and the best approach in developing and completing projects on time and on budget. You collaborate with project managers and design staff to provide status updates, discuss challenges, and address plan revisions. When redlines and plan revisions are made, you are sure to apply them in the drawings. You enjoy working on a variety of projects with a great team, and you are proud of the part you play in helping our company thrive!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CIVIL CAD DESIGNER
- A one-year college or technical school CAD certificate or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- 1+ years of CAD design experience
- High proficiency with AutoCAD
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to occasionally travel overnight
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is strongly preferred. Are you results-oriented? Do you have exceptional troubleshooting skills with the ability to efficiently resolve issues? Can you thrive in a fast-paced environment? If yes, you might just be perfect for this CAD drafting position!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR CIVIL ENGINEERING TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this CAD drafting job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
