Start your career with Entech Engineering and gain hands-on experience working on real engineering projects. As an Entry-Level Drafter , you'll use AutoCAD and Civil 3D to help create and update drawings, incorporate design changes, and support engineers and senior design staff throughout the project process. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and looking to build a strong foundation in engineering design. Prior professional experience is not required, and relevant coursework, internships, or co-op experience may be considered.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create layout and background plans in AutoCAD and Civil 3D under the direction of engineers and senior design staff. Prepare plan-view drawings, sections, details, sketches, flow diagrams, and one-line diagrams from established design information. Incorporate redlines and reviewer comments accurately, maintaining drawing consistency and revision control. Assemble drawing cover sheets, legends, notes, standard details, sheet indexes, and supporting plan-set information. Generate plots, PDFs, and print sets as directed and verify basic sheet setup, scale, orientation, and legibility before distribution. Organize CAD files, references, layers, blocks, and project drawing folders in accordance with project and company standards. Coordinate routine drafting questions with project team members and communicate missing or conflicting information promptly. Perform basic quality checks for dimensions, labels, callouts, match lines, and consistency between plans, sections, and details.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Create layout and background plans in AutoCAD and Civil 3D under the direction of engineers and senior design staff. Prepare plan-view drawings, sections, details, sketches, flow diagrams, and one-line diagrams from established design information. Incorporate redlines and reviewer comments accurately, maintaining drawing consistency and revision control. Assemble drawing cover sheets, legends, notes, standard details, sheet indexes, and supporting plan-set information. Generate plots, PDFs, and print sets as directed and verify basic sheet setup, scale, orientation, and legibility before distribution. Organize CAD files, references, layers, blocks, and project drawing folders in accordance with project and company standards. Coordinate routine drafting questions with project team members and communicate missing or conflicting information promptly. Perform basic quality checks for dimensions, labels, callouts, match lines, and consistency between plans, sections, and details.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Civil 3D drafting exposure, including surfaces, alignments, profiles, pipe networks, or similar civil design objects. Experience reading engineering plans, markups, survey/base mapping, utility information, or construction documents. Familiarity with external references, sheet sets, CAD standards, title blocks, and file-naming conventions. Ability to convert sketches, field notes, and redlines into clear and accurate CAD deliverables. Strong organization, file-management, proofreading, and document-control habits. Interest in developing broader multidisciplinary drafting skills across civil, water/wastewater, facilities, or infrastructure projects

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Work is performed primarily in a collaborative office/design environment with regular computer and CAD use. The position is intended as a developmental drafting role and may receive progressively more complex assignments as proficiency increases. Occasional coordination with engineers, designers, project managers, survey staff, and other technical disciplines may be required. Project priorities and deadlines may require work on multiple drawing sets at different stages of completion Entech Engineering, Inc. (Entech) is a versatile engineering consulting firm specializing in water, wastewater, energy consumption, civil, natural gas, and environmental planning and design services. Our team of professionals works together to find innovative, high-quality solutions for current and potential problems, serving clients such as municipalities, utilities, universities, hospitals, and more. Our mission is to help our clients make more informed decisions. However, our impact goes beyond that. We strive to enhance built and natural environments, improving our communities and planet. Join our team and become an essential part of our commitment to delivering high-quality water and sewer infrastructure services. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and gain valuable industry insights while contributing to improving local communities.

What we offer:

Employee experience: We strive to create a positive, unrivaled employee experience, offering a dynamic and collaborative work culture that fosters long-term satisfaction.

Flexibility:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employees.

Support:

We provide our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Employee feedback and input are encouraged and considered.

Trust:

We trust our employees' ability to do what they're great at. Alternatively, our employees trust Entech's transparency and ethical practices.

Recognition:

We value our employees and recognize their contributions to our success through recognition programs, employee spotlights, and opportunities for advancement.

Growth and development:

We are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We encourage our employees to learn continuously, and we invest in training and professional development opportunities.

Balance:

We believe in creating a positive work culture that supports the well-being of our employees, both personally and professionally.

Connection:

We provide several opportunities for employees to connect through our Employee Association, Women's Leadership Group, Young Professionals Group, and professional associations.

Compensation:

We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(K) with employer contributions, paid annual leave, compensatory time off, and performance bonuses. Additionally, when Entech thrives financially, so do our employees. Apply today and take the next step toward a fulfilling career at Entech Engineering, Inc. It won't take long to see why the Central Penn Business Journal has recognized us as one of the " Great Places to Work ."