Civil Design Technician - Land Development

Kimley-Horn • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking an experienced CAD Operator to join its Land Development team in Atlanta, Georgia. This is not a remote position. The role focuses on developing technical drawings and plans using CAD software for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential land development projects. The technician will produce and quality-check drawings and plans, apply engineering principles, and suggest design changes. The position requires minimal supervision for day-to-day tasks and may include supervising and training CAD staff. The technician will also maintain drawing databases, coordinate work to meet schedules and quality standards, and develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products.
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work as a team player and self-starter.
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal and writing skills, and desire to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce plans for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential land development projects.
• Implement and manage AutoCAD drafting and plan-preparation standards.
• Develop technical drawings and plans using CAD software.
• Create and quality-check drawings and plans of substantial complexity.
• Perform multifaceted calculations as needed.
• Maintain drawing databases.
• Coordinate work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control.
• Suggest design changes based on knowledge of engineering principles.
• Supervise and train CAD staff as needed.
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), plus an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k) and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED