Posted 22 days ago
Civil Drafter
AI Summary
Produces technical drawings and plans for land development projects using CAD software, maintains drawing databases, and ensures quality control.
About this role
Overview
Kimley-Horn is looking for an Experienced CAD Operator to join our Land Development team in Charlotte, NC!
Responsibilities
- This individual will primarily be responsible for: designing and producing sets of plans for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential Land Development projects; and implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards
- This person will develop technical drawings and plans using CAD software
- The person in this position will make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity and may perform some multifaceted calculations
- Has knowledge of engineering principles and suggests design changes
- Maintains drawing database
- Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
- Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associates degree preferred)
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
- Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
- Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
- Ability to work independently and with a team
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- 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.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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