Civil CAD Designer - Transportation
- Saint Paul, MN
- $90,000-130,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the implementation and management of drafting and plan preparation standards across transportation projects.
- Develop detailed and accurate technical drawings and plans, including:
- Geometric alignments and profiles
- Surface creation from corridor modeling and assemblies
- Surface modeling and earthwork quantities
- Pressure network and pipe network design
- Plan production and creation for transportation infrastructure
- Review and perform quality checks on complex drawing packages with minimal supervision.
- Suggest and implement design improvements using sound civil engineering principles.
- Manage and maintain project drawing databases and files, including troubleshooting CAD-related issues.
- Coordinate drafting and design tasks to meet deadlines and ensure quality control.
- Mentor, train, and supervise CAD staff to ensure technical growth and standardization.
- Collaborate with engineers and designers to support accurate and well-coordinated project delivery.
- Gain and apply a strong working knowledge of Kimley-Horn’s drafting practices, procedures, and standards.
- 8+ years of relevant civil drafting/design experience, preferably in transportation.
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Drafting, Civil Technology, or a related field preferred.
- Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D (preferred) or Bentley platforms.
- Strong understanding of plan production workflows and civil design documentation.
- Proven ability to interpret and apply engineering markups, redlines, and design standards.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive, professional attitude.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
- Committed to mentoring junior staff and fostering a collaborative team culture.
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- 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.