Civil Designer

Kimley-Horn; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2-to-1 company match on retirement

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement and training programs

Flexible scheduling and half-day Fridays

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Civil Design Technician for their Vero Beach, Florida office with 6+ years of experience in land development civil design. The role includes implementing drafting standards, managing technical drawings, and supervising CAD staff. Candidates should possess a strong work ethic, advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and effective communication skills. Benefits include a comprehensive health plan, exceptional retirement plan, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in land development civil design.
• Ability to set up and manage printing/plotting settings.
• Willingness to mentor and teach others.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards.
• Develop technical drawings and plans.
• Supervise and train CAD staff.

Skills

Land development civil design experience

Advanced knowledge in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Interpersonal communication skills

Detail-oriented and professional attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Our Vero Beach, Florida (FL) office is looking for a Civil Design Technician with 6+ years of experience to join our Land Development team!

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards
• Develop technical drawings and plans
• The person in this position will make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity and may perform some multifaceted calculations
• Requires minimal supervision to perform day to day tasks
• Has knowledge of engineering principles and suggests design changes
• Maintains drawing database
• Will supervise and train CAD staff
• Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in land development civil design
• High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
• Ability to set up and manage printing/plotting settings
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• 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

Benefits

• 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.