Designer

Kimley-Horn

The Role

Overview

Design civil site plans & lead CAD drafting using Civil 3D

Key Responsibilities

  • drawing management
  • draft coordination
  • cad standards
  • design calculations
  • civil 3d
  • staff mentoring

Tasks

-Maintain and organize drawing databases and file management systems -Coordinate drafting efforts to meet project schedules and maintain deliverable quality -Implement and maintain drafting standards, workflows, and quality control procedures across projects -Collaborate with engineers and project managers to incorporate engineering principles and resolve design challenges -Mentor, train, and supervise junior CAD staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment -Perform and review complex design calculations with minimal supervision -Lead the development of high-quality technical drawings and civil site plans using Autodesk Civil 3D -Serve as a technical resource on CAD standards and best practices across teams

Requirements

  • civil 3d
  • 8+ years
  • cad design
  • high school
  • organizational
  • communication

What You Bring

-Ability to manage plotting/printing settings and coordinate final deliverables -Strong understanding of civil engineering concepts, grading, utilities, and site layout -Gain familiarity and align work with Kimley-Horn’s internal practices, procedures, and quality expectations -High school diploma or equivalent required (Associate’s degree or technical training preferred) -Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail -Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D is required -Proven ability to lead drafting efforts on complex projects independently -8+ years of CAD design experience, with an emphasis on civil site development -Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines

Benefits

-Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. -Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. -Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution. -Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. -Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. -Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

The Company

About Kimley-Horn

-Specializing in innovative solutions across diverse sectors, from transportation to energy and water. -Known for delivering complex, large-scale projects, with a focus on sustainable and efficient designs. -The company has worked on iconic infrastructure, from airports to bridges, and urban redevelopment projects. -Its team combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to customer satisfaction and project success. -The firm’s commitment to innovation and adaptability makes it a leader in a rapidly evolving industry.

Sector Specialisms

Life Sciences

Telecommunications

Residential

Sports & Entertainment

Energy

Environmental Engineering

Landscape Architecture

Parking & Mobility

Infrastructure

Industrial

Water Resources

Utilities

Government

Buildings

Commercial

Heavy Civil

Transport