AutoCAD Designer – Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
Description:
Introduction
RETTEW is seeking an experienced AutoCAD Designer to support our growing Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) team. This role focuses on utility and linear infrastructure projects and plays a critical part in delivering accurate, high-quality design documents that support safe and efficient project execution.
About RETTEW
RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned, multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm with offices throughout Pennsylvania and the Midwest. We provide innovative solutions across environmental, geotechnology, transportation, land development, facilities, and energy markets. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and long-term investment in our people.
Work Environment
Hybrid (in-office with remote flexibility after onboarding)
Primary Locations: Lancaster, Lehigh Valley, Mechanicsburg, Williamsport, Pittsburgh, PA or Akron-Canton, OH
Occasional outdoor work and field coordination required
Position Summary
The AutoCAD Designer supports SUE project teams by producing utility design drawings, exhibits, and plan sets for public and private infrastructure projects. This role is essential to ensuring design accuracy, regulatory compliance, and coordination between survey, engineering, and construction stakeholders.
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities / Day-to-Day
Prepare detailed AutoCAD and Civil 3D drawings for utility and linear infrastructure projects
Develop plan view, profile, data bars, and sheet layouts for design and construction documents
Support electric, gas, water, sewer, stormwater, and utility crossing projects
Prepare permit plans, exhibits, and restoration plans as required
Incorporate existing conditions surveys and GPS/survey data into design files
Perform QA/QC reviews in accordance with RETTEW and practice standards
Maintain organized project files following company procedures
Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Team Leads across active projects
Serve as a technical resource or mentor for CADD operators as needed
Qualifications
Required
Associate’s degree, technical school certification, or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum 5 years of AutoCAD experience supporting utility or linear infrastructure projects
Working knowledge of utility design and 811 project requirements
Experience creating plan/profile drawings and construction-ready documents
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred
Familiarity with ASCE 38-22 SUE standards
Experience preparing permit plans and utility crossing exhibits
Knowledge of Civil 3D Vault systems
Experience with GPS and survey data processing
Understanding of grading, earthwork, and restoration plans
GIS experience
Experience with IFA/IFB/IFC drawings
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off and holidays
Hybrid work flexibility
Professional development, training, and advancement opportunities
Collaborative, employee-owned culture focused on long-term growth
RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at jperalta@rettew.com
to request assistance.
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Requirements:
Requirements listed above.