Designer

Kimley-Horn • Dallas, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Civil Operator or Designer with 8+ years of experience to join its Dallas Downtown, Texas office. The position develops and manages technical drawings and plans, including work of substantial complexity, and may involve multifaceted calculations. The Designer works with minimal supervision on day-to-day tasks, applies knowledge of engineering principles, and may suggest design changes. Responsibilities also include maintaining drawing databases, supervising and training CAD staff, coordinating work to meet schedules and quality standards, and becoming familiar with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to set up and manage printing and plotting settings.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products.
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication and writing skills, and desire to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to mentor and teach others.
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team-player approach, and self-starter qualities.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards.
• Develop technical drawings and plans.
• Create and quality-check drawings and plans of substantial complexity; may perform multifaceted calculations.
• Perform day-to-day tasks with minimal supervision.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and suggest design changes.
• Maintain the drawing database.
• Supervise and train CAD staff.
• Coordinate work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control.
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Benefits

• Exceptional 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) 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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED