Entry-level Civil Design Technician

Kimley-Horn • Charlotte, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a CAD Operator to join their Land Development team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves using basic computer drafting software to create site plans and construction drawings for Kimley-Horn projects. The position requires designing and producing plan sets, implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards, assisting in maintaining the drawing database, and performing routine analysis to ensure data accuracy. The successful candidate will also develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree preferred
• Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products preferred

Responsibilities

• Use basic computer drafting software to generate site plans and construction drawings for Kimley-Horn projects
• Design and produce sets of plans
• Implement and manage AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards
• Assist in maintaining drawing database
• Perform routine analysis to check accuracy of data
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1- 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.

What This Job Offers

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