Civil Engineering

Civil Design Technician - Land Development

Stuart, FLOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

Autodesk
Bentley
AutoCAD
Land Development
CAD Drafting
Plan Preparation
Quality Control
Engineering Principles

Nice to have

Associates degree
CAD Staff Training

Role summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking an experienced CAD Operator for their Land Development team in Stuart, Florida. The role involves designing and producing plans for various land development projects using CAD software, adhering to drafting standards, and performing quality checks. The position requires advanced knowledge of Autodesk or Bentley products, minimal supervision, and the ability to suggest design changes based on engineering principles. Responsibilities also include maintaining drawing databases, coordinating work activities, and potentially training CAD staff. The company emphasizes a people-first culture, offering robust benefits and professional development opportunities.

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for an Experienced CAD Operator to join our Land Development team in Stuart, Florida (FL)!

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
Requires minimal supervision to perform day to day tasks
Has knowledge of engineering principles and suggests design changes
Maintains drawing database
May supervise and train CAD staff
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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