Civil Design Technician - Roadway

Kimley-Horn • Peachtree Corners, GA

23h

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking an experienced CAD Operator to join its Roadway team in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. The position develops concepts and performs preliminary engineering and final design for roadway projects. The work includes developing geometric alignments, profiles, surface models, cross sections, grading designs, drainage, superelevation, construction details, work zone traffic control, erosion control, and signing and striping plans.

The technician develops, creates, and quality-checks technical drawings and plans using CAD software. The role requires knowledge of engineering principles, the ability to suggest design changes, and minimal supervision for day-to-day tasks. The position also maintains the drawing database, may supervise and train CAD staff, and coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and quality control while becoming familiar with Kimley-Horn 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, team player, and self-starter.
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication and writing skills, and desire to learn.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts and perform preliminary engineering and final design for roadway projects.
• Develop geometric alignments, profiles, surface models, cross sections, grading designs, drainage, superelevation, construction details, work zone traffic control, erosion control, and signing and striping plans.
• Develop technical drawings and plans using CAD software.
• Create and quality-check drawings and plans of substantial complexity.
• Perform some multifaceted calculations.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and suggest design changes.
• Maintain the drawing database.
• May supervise and train CAD staff.
• Coordinate work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control.
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn practices, procedures, and standards.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus) and 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).
• 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