High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products, especially Civil 3D
Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Willingness to mentor and train CAD staff
Detail-oriented with a professional attitude
Responsibilities
Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards
Develop technical drawings and plans of substantial complexity
Perform quality checks on drawings and conduct multifaceted calculations
Maintain drawing database and coordinate work activities
Suggest design changes based on engineering principles
Supervise and train CAD staff to enhance team capabilities
Familiarize with Kimley-Horn's practices and standards
Benefits
Exceptional retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match
Comprehensive health coverage with low-cost options
Flexible time off including personal leave and half-day Fridays
Financial wellness initiatives like student loan matching
Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
Family-friendly benefits such as New Parent Leave and childcare resources
Full Job Description
Overview
Our Nashville, Tennessee (TN) office is looking for a Civil Design Technician with 15+ years of experience to join our Development Services team!
Responsibilities
Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards
Develop technical drawings and plans
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
Will supervise and train CAD staff
Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn27s practices, procedures, and standards
Qualifications
15+ years of relevant experience
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred)
Ability to set up and manage printing/plotting settings
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products, specifically Civil 3D
Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills, and desire to learn
Ability to work independently and with a team
Willingness to mentor and teach others
Detail-oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
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.
About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
