CAD Technician - DHI Engineering

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.


D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a CAD Technician. The right candidate will provide design and drafting support on a variety of engineering projects related to underground utility and pavement infrastructure for residential and commercial site developments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Perform routine assignments that require judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations
  • Utilize Civil 3D program to perform accurate drafting and annotation of construction drawings and exhibits
  • Complete redline mark-up modifications of existing construction drawings as directed by Senior Designer or Project Manager
  • Produce topographical profiles, alignments, cross sections, surfaces, earthwork volume calculations, and grading plans with assistance from Senior Designer or Project Manager
  • Prepare quantity take-offs from conceptual drawings and final construction plans using Civil 3D program, as well as hand calculations
  • Work under guidance of engineers or senior designers to complete assigned work within budgeted timeframes
  • Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
  • Ability to work overtime
  • Ability to travel overnight