CADWorx Designer

Kimley-Horn; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

New Parent Leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Nashville, TN is seeking a CADWorx Designer with at least 6 years of experience to join their Natural Gas team. The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of CADWorx and strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include creating PFDs and P&IDs, developing piping drawings, and ensuring compliance with design requirements. The company offers robust benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn.
• Willingness to mentor and teach others.

Responsibilities

• Create and complete PFDs and P&IDs from verbal directions.
• Review and interpret reports and specifications.
• Develop and produce piping drawings.

Skills

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in CADWorx

Interpersonal communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (associate’s degree preferred)

Job description

Overview

Our Nashville, Tennessee (TN) office is looking for a CADWorx Designer with 6+ years of experience to join our Natural Gas team!

Responsibilities

• Create and complete PFDs and P&IDs from verbal directions, written descriptions, and mark‑ups provided
• Apply fundamental piping principles, formulas, and industry practices to support design development and problem‑solving.
• Build 3D facilities models from P&IDs
• Review and interpret reports, drawings, test data, applicable codes, and specifications to ensure design requirements are met.
• Plan and execute production drawings for routine and moderately complex assignments, including design layout, analysis, and supporting calculations.
• Develop and produce piping drawings using standard methods and techniques, including layout, sequencing, component sizing, and refinement of preliminary sketches.
• Incorporate design changes, redlines, and markups on active projects while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with company, client, and project drafting standards and are completed within budget, scope, and schedule.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience
• High school diploma or equivalent (associate’s degree preferred)
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in CADWorx
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Willingness to mentor and teach others
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self‑starter

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley‑Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley‑Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2‑to‑1 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.