Civil Design Technician - Renewable Energy

Kimley-Horn; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

Student loan matching and bonuses

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Development

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a skilled CAD Operator to join our Renewable Energy Team in Santa Ana, California. You will create site plans and construction drawings using AutoCAD and related tools, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary group, manage drafting standards, and help maintain the drawing database, contributing to meaningful renewable energy projects.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or related drafting software.
• Experience drafting for infrastructure, civil engineering, or renewable energy projects preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed site plans and construction drawings for renewable energy projects.
• Design and produce comprehensive plan sets with accuracy and consistency.
• Implement and enforce Kimley-Horn drafting standards.
• Maintain and organize the drawing database for efficient access.
• Perform routine checks to verify accuracy and quality of drafts.
• Learn Kimley-Horn practices and ensure work aligns with project goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Collaboration

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a skilled CAD Operator to join our dynamic Renewable Energy Team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our energy projects by utilizing computer-aided drafting (CAD) tools to create high-quality site plans and construction drawings. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to company standards while contributing to meaningful renewable energy designs. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed site plans and construction drawings using AutoCAD and other drafting software for renewable energy projects.
• Design and produce comprehensive sets of plans, maintaining accuracy and consistency throughout.
• Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards set by Kimley-Horn.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing the drawing database to ensure efficient access and updates.
• Perform routine checks and analysis to verify accuracy and quality of drafted designs.
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and technical standards, ensuring all work aligns with project goals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or related drafting software.
• Experience in drafting for infrastructure, civil engineering, or renewable energy projects preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate deliverables.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Salary Range:$75,000 to $90,000

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 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• 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.