Senior Engineering Technician

Senior Engineering Technician
Arden, NC | Engineering                             

Take the Lead on Design That Shapes Communities

FEI is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician with strong AutoCAD Civil 3D experience and a passion for land development. In this role, you’ll play a key part in turning concepts into buildable plans—working closely with engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality designs that make a lasting impact.

If you’re looking for a position where your experience is valued and your work directly contributes to successful projects, this is it.

What You’ll Do

Design & Technical Leadership

• Develop detailed land development plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including:
  • Site layouts, subdivisions, and roadway design
  • Water, sewer, and stormwater systems
  • Grading, erosion control, and stormwater management plans

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with Engineers to deliver accurate, on-time designs
• Support project timelines and budgets through efficient, high-quality work
• Assist with processing plans through governmental agencies for approvals

Quality & Standards

• Ensure all work meets company standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices
• Review designs for accuracy, completeness, and constructability

What You Bring

• High school diploma (Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred)
• 5+ years of land development design experience
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Solid understanding of site design, utilities, and grading principles
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Experience

• CAD certifications
• Experience with Ajera or similar time/expense software

Why FEI?

• Work on diverse land development projects that shape growing communities
• Be part of a collaborative, team-focused environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of your work and contribute at a high level
• Consistent schedule that supports work-life balance:
  • Mon–Thu: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Fri: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Our Approach

At FEI, we operate with a focus on accountability, integrity, and strong relationships—both within our team and with our clients. We value people who take pride in their work and want to be part of something meaningful.

Additional Information

• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the U.S.
• FEI does not provide visa sponsorship
• Direct applicants only—no recruiter submissions

If you’re ready to bring your experience to a team that values quality, collaboration, and impact, we’d like to hear from you.