Our Engineering Services client is looking to hire entry-level CAD Drafters supporting large-scale fiber and data center connectivity projects. This team is experiencing significant growth with project work lined up and is expanding their drafting team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who wants hands-on experience, structured training, and the ability to own projects from start to finish.
What You’ll Do:
- Create and update CAD drawings using AutoCAD/Civil 3D for fiber and utility installation projects
- Design underground conduit and aerial routes connecting data centers using GIS data, right-of-way, and parcel boundaries
- Analyze route feasibility by identifying conflicts (utilities, structures, vegetation) using tools like GIS and Google Street View
- Translate field notes, survey data, and project requirements into accurate engineering drawings
- Follow standardized workflows: drafting → quality control → revisions → final submission to municipalities
- Collaborate with engineers, municipalities, and internal teams to gather data and ensure design accuracy
- Take ownership of assigned projects from kickoff through completion
Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3D (hands-on experience beyond coursework preferred)
- Exposure to GIS, base mapping, or layering concepts
- Basic understanding of utilities, telecom, or outside plant (OSP) concepts is a plus
- Ability to read blueprints, permits, or technical drawings
- Strong computer literacy and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn
- Preferred backgrounds: CAD programs, architecture, GIS/survey coursework, or technical/hands-on hobbies (3D printing, Arduino, etc.)
- No strict degree requirement – associate’s or relevant experience is sufficient
Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Benefits & Perks
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
