CAD Operator

Description

The CAD Operator will use basic computer drafting software to generate site plans and construction drawings for Kimley-Horn projects, design and produce sets of plans, and implement and manage AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards. They will assist in maintaining the drawing database, perform routine analysis to check data accuracy, and develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

• Generate site plans and construction drawings using drafting software.
• Design and produce plan sets while managing AutoCAD drafting standards.
• Maintain the drawing database.
• Perform routine analysis to verify data accuracy.
• Learn Kimley‑Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate’s degree preferred, and 0 to 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products is preferred, and applicants must be detail‑oriented, possess a professional attitude, strong communication skills, and be a self‑starter who can work both independently and as part of a team.

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree preferred.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk or Bentley products preferred.
• Detail‑oriented with strong communication, teamwork, and self‑starter attitude.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

Kimley‑Horn offers an exceptional retirement plan with a 2‑to‑1 company match up to 4% of eligible compensation and profit‑sharing, comprehensive low‑cost health coverage, flexible time‑off options, financial wellness programs including student‑loan matching and performance bonuses, professional development through tuition reimbursement and internal training, and family‑friendly benefits such as new‑parent leave and childcare resources.

• 2‑to‑1 company match on up to 4% of compensation plus profit‑sharing in retirement plan.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible scheduling, personal leave, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays.
• Student‑loan matching in 401(k) and performance‑based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New‑parent leave, family‑building benefits, and childcare resources.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance