Utilities Design Technician

KCI Technologies•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Utilities Design Technician supports utility coordination projects by processing collected data, maintaining data accuracy, performing quality checks, and helping prepare project deliverables. The role works with utility coordinators and project managers to meet client requirements, project deadlines, NCDOT standards, and KCI standards. It involves working across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and providing technical and administrative support to team members. The position reports to the Sr. Project Manager. KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. The company describes its work environment as collaborative and offers training, mentoring, and resources to support career development. KCI is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
Strong knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD.
1–3+ years of MicroStation / ORD drafting experience in utility engineering, utility mapping, utility coordination, or related fields.
Proficiency in MicroStation / ORD or similar drafting software.
Understanding of utility engineering principles.
Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with project managers and upper management.
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment; motor vehicle checks may be required based on the position.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with survey data, geospatial information, and field-collected utility data.
Understanding of drafting fundamentals.
Experience with Microsoft Suite.
Experience with Photoshop and Google Earth.

Responsibilities

Process utility design files from each utility involved in a project, maintaining company standards and ensuring accuracy and compliance with NCDOT styles, formats, and expectations.
Coordinate with project managers to meet client-specific requirements and project deadlines.
Perform routine project tasks to support efficient operations.
Assist with quality control of client-specific deliverables to ensure accuracy and adherence to KCI standards.
Monitor or oversee multiple utility coordination projects and perform quality assurance, providing feedback as needed.
Provide technical and administrative support to team members.
Conduct initial quality checks on utility designs or concepts to ensure utilities have proper clearance to perform their work without conflict.
Perform other tasks as needed to support company strategic goals.
Uphold the company’s vision, mission, and core values related to employees, ethics, safety, integrity, and operational excellence.