Structural Design Technician - Telecom

Kimley-Horn • Cumming, GA

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About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking an experienced CAD Operator to join its Telecom team in Cumming, Georgia. The Structural Design Technician performs structural design and drafting assignments involving telecom structural, site structural, and heavy structural elements made of concrete, masonry, steel, and wood. The role develops technical drawings and plans using CAD and REVIT software, makes and quality-checks drawings of substantial complexity, and may perform multifaceted calculations. The position requires minimal supervision for day-to-day tasks and includes maintaining drawing databases, coordinating work activities, and potentially supervising and training CAD staff. The technician is expected to develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards.

Kimley-Horn describes a workplace focused on people, clients, employee development, quality, and an environment where employees can flourish. The company cites employee retention, its benefits package, and company values as contributing to its recognition on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred.
• 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 qualities.
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication and writing skills, and desire to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and drafting assignments involving telecom structural, site structural, and heavy structural elements in concrete, masonry, steel, and wood.
• Develop technical drawings and plans using CAD and REVIT software.
• Make and quality-check drawings and plans of substantial complexity.
• Perform some multifaceted calculations as needed.
• Perform day-to-day tasks with minimal supervision.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and suggest design changes.
• Maintain the drawing database.
• Potentially 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

• 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