Civil CAD Drafter/Technician

KPFF Consulting Engineers in; Seattle (WA); Híbrido; USD 41 000 - 69 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Paid holidays and personal time

Resumo da oferta

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Seattle seeks a Civil CAD Drafter/Technician to support the design of civil infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest. You will create, manage, and update drawings with attention to presentation and detail, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from day one.

The role offers in-office work with a path to hybrid scheduling after training, and you will contribute to projects ranging from feasibility to construction with emphasis on accuracy and coordination.

Qualificações

• Minimum 1 year experience or completion of a CAD Technical education program.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented, organized, and good follow-through.
• Clear and collaborative communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Research jurisdictional codes and manuals to determine drafting and CAD requirements.
• Create project drawings and exhibit deliverables.
• Apply established company, jurisdiction, and project CAD standards.
• Maintain organization of project files.
• Prepare and edit plans, profiles, sections, and details from rough sketches and redline mark-ups.
• Perform vehicular turning studies using AutoTurn.
• Ensure presentation and overall drawing appearance and clarity.
• Coordinate with engineers and team members.
• Plot and scan drawings.
• Complete drawings and project responsibilities within acceptable timeline.
• For CAD Technicians, understand, model, and use Civil 3D design elements.

Conhecimentos

AutoCAD

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Formação académica

CAD Technical education program

Ferramentas

Civil 3D

AutoTurn

Descrição da oferta de emprego

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500 professionals in 35 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website at www.kpff.com .

Job Description

KPFF Seattle's Civil Team designs sites that enable land to be developed for commercial, residential, institutional, and recreational purposes. We also design critical public and private infrastructure systems that support the built and natural environments, including district energy, regional storm drainage facilities, utility grids, and trails. We support projects ranging from feasibility evaluations and master planning to design, permitting, and construction. Our group works in close collaboration with owners, architects, landscape architects, and other engineering disciplines to build a more sustainable, resilient, and thriving community.

Located in downtown Seattle, our Civil Engineering team is seeking a Civil CAD Drafter/Technician. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the design and development of civil infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. You will support projects by creating, managing, updating, and maintaining a variety of drawings with a strong eye for presentation and attention to detail. We're looking for team members who are excited to make a difference in the world and the communities we live and work in, are effective communicators, and thrive in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities and Duties

With the supervision of a CAD technician, project engineer, and/or project manager, you will:

• Research jurisdictional codes and manuals to determine drafting and CAD requirements
• Create project drawings and exhibit deliverables
• Apply established company, jurisdiction, and/or project cad standards
• Maintain organization of project files
• Prepare and edit plans, profiles, sections, and details from rough sketches, redline mark-ups, and verbal instruction from team members
• Perform vehicular turning studies using software such as AutoTurn
• Be responsible for presentation and overall drawing appearance and clarity
• Coordinate with engineers and team members
• Plot and scan drawings
• Complete drawings and project responsibilities within acceptable timeline
• For CAD Technicians, understand, model, and use Civil 3D design elements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience or completion of a CAD Technical education program
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• The ability and desire to work both independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, hardworking, dependable employee
• Be detail oriented, organized, and have good follow-through skills
• Clear and collaborative communication skillsAbility to develop excellent working relationships with team members

Civil CAD Drafter/Technician (Finance)

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500 professionals in 35 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website at www.kpff.com .

Job Description

KPFF Seattle's Civil Team designs sites that enable land to be developed for commercial, residential, institutional, and recreational purposes. We also design critical public and private infrastructure systems that support the built and natural environments, including district energy, regional storm drainage facilities, utility grids, and trails. We support projects ranging from feasibility evaluations and master planning to design, permitting, and construction. Our group works in close collaboration with owners, architects, landscape architects, and other engineering disciplines to build a more sustainable, resilient, and thriving community.

Located in downtown Seattle, our Civil Engineering team is seeking a Civil CAD Drafter/Technician. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the design and development of civil infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. You will support projects by creating, managing, updating, and maintaining a variety of drawings with a strong eye for presentation and attention to detail. We're looking for team members who are excited to make a difference in the world and the communities we live and work in, are effective communicators, and thrive in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities and Duties

With the supervision of a CAD technician, project engineer, and/or project manager, you will:

• Research jurisdictional codes and manuals to determine drafting and CAD requirements
• Create project drawings and exhibit deliverables
• Apply established company, jurisdiction, and/or project cad standards
• Maintain organization of project files
• Prepare and edit plans, profiles, sections, and details from rough sketches, redline mark-ups, and verbal instruction from team members
• Perform vehicular turning studies using software such as AutoTurn
• Be responsible for presentation and overall drawing appearance and clarity
• Coordinate with engineers and team members
• Plot and scan drawings
• Complete drawings and project responsibilities within acceptable timeline
• For CAD Technicians, understand, model, and use Civil 3D design elements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience or completion of a CAD Technical education program
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• The ability and desire to work both independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, hardworking, dependable employee
• Be detail oriented, organized, and have good follow-through skills
• Clear and collaborative communication skills
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Civil 3D

Additional Information

This position will require full in-office attendance during a training period; upon successful completion, the role will transition to a hybrid schedule.

Physical Demands

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally visiting project and construction sites may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
• Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.

Compensation

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $30.00 - $50.00/hour

Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits provided by KPFF include

• An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance with a no-premium option
• Vision insurance with a no-premium option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Dependent Care FSA option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
• 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
• Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year.
• Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
• Travel accident insurance
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.