Associate Designer: Utilities & Civil Systems — Growth & Travel

Quanta Services, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HBK Engineering, LLC in Kansas City, MO seeks an Associate Designer to design electrical, civil, and construction systems for overhead and subsurface utilities. You will own the design lifecycle from initiation through construction closeout and deploy creative solutions within client specifications.

The role requires CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/MicroStation), 2D drafting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 25% and a preferred associates degree are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related technical field preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong technology skills and knowledge of Office365.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects.
• Own all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation to closeout.
• Prepare detailed engineering documents using CAD and GIS tools.
• Analyze information from surveys, drawings, and datasheets.
• Develop utility pole loading models using structural software.
• Generate material and equipment purchase requests.
• Prepare reports and present technical information clearly.
• Manage project risk with project leadership.
• Communicate complex engineering matters to project teams.
• Independently manage time to meet milestones.
• Perform field walkdowns with internal staff and clients.
• Travel as needed, typically less than 25%.

Skills

CAD software

AutoCAD

2D drafting

Field walkdowns

Office365

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

GIS systems

Remote collaboration tools

Office365 tools

Job description

HBK Engineering, LLC in Kansas City, MO seeks an Associate Designer to design electrical, civil, and construction systems for overhead and subsurface utilities. You will own the design lifecycle from initiation through construction closeout and deploy creative solutions within client specifications.

The role requires CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/MicroStation), 2D drafting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 25% and a preferred associates degree are expected.