Designer - Utilities

RK&K•Baltimore, MD

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

RK&K is seeking a Designer for its Baltimore, Maryland office to support utility design, relocations, and coordination of projects using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. The Designer provides technical support to the engineering team, applying industry experience and academic knowledge to complete assignments and demonstrate a sound understanding of technical principles and practice. The role involves producing accurate, deliverable computer-generated drawings, contract drawings, and color renderings; identifying and verifying existing overhead and underground utilities; and supporting project research, agency requirements, easement validation, permit packages, and CADD file organization. The Designer uses drafting software to develop layouts and designs that meet engineering specifications, supports engineers and designers across disciplines, reads and reviews construction and engineering drawings, and performs field reconnaissance. Work is self-checked and participates in peer and QA/QC reviews. The role also requires clear communication with project teams, stakeholders, and customers about project requirements and timelines. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 0–3 years of relevant experience. Continuing education, an associate degree, or college-level technical training and utility engineering or construction experience are preferred. Pay is $25–$30 per hour, with final compensation based on experience, skill, and qualifications. RK&K offers career advancement and professional growth, hybrid work, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0–3 years of relevant experience.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret construction drawings and basic technical documents, and apply drafting/CADD techniques to project tasks.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to individuals and groups.
Ability to visit project sites, traverse uneven terrain, and follow company and governing safety guidelines and PPE protocols.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education, an associate degree, or college-level technical training.
Experience in the utility engineering or construction industry.
Two or more years of proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation CADD platforms.
Basic understanding of geometry and trigonometry.
Detail-oriented approach and ability to follow QA/QC procedures.
Pipeline construction drawing experience.
Understanding of GIS mapping software such as ESRI, ArcGIS, or GE Smallworld.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience using collaborative virtual applications such as Microsoft Teams, Slack, or Zoom.

Responsibilities

Develop technically accurate, deliverable computer-generated drawings from direction and engineering sketches, including contract drawings and color renderings.
Follow company and client CADD standards and procedures.
Identify and verify existing overhead and underground utilities using field data, maps, and survey data.
Assist with plats, utility relocation plans, and designs using CADD technology.
Support project research, agency requirements, easement validation, permit package development, and drawing preparation.
Organize CADD files, drafts, design plans, and details.
Use computer-aided drafting software to develop layouts, drawings, and designs that meet engineering specifications.
Support engineers and designers across disciplines with proposal drawings, redlines, and sketches.
Read and understand construction drawings; review engineering drawings, analyze designs, and retrieve information to complete drawings, layouts, or designs.
Complete field reconnaissance for projects.
Self-check assignments before review and participate in peer and QA/QC reviews.
Communicate project requirements and timelines clearly with internal teams, stakeholders, and customers.