Engineering Technician

Kier & Wright; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Collaboration

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Free office snacks

Job summary

Kier & Wright is seeking an Engineering Technician in Santa Clara, California, who will independently produce engineering design plans for public works projects. The ideal candidate will utilize AutoCAD software and collaborate with an engineering design team to transform concepts into plans.

This role involves drafting plans for grading, drainage, utility work, and adhering to CAD standards. Applicants should have 0-2 years of experience and be proficient in AutoCAD, with additional skills appreciated.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a position requiring intensive AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Experience drafting on-site and off-site improvement drawings for land development projects.
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc.

Responsibilities

• Drafting grading, drainage, utility, street frontage improvements, and stormwater management plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Preparing drawings per company and public agency CAD standards and project-dependent CAD specifications.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Responsiveness/Communication

Self-Responsible

Efficient

Adaptable

Education

0-2 years of experience in a position requiring intensive AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

BlueBeam

Job description

Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician will be in charge of independently producing engineering design plans for public works project and land development, utilizing AutoCAD software. They will be responsible for working with an engineering design team from initial concepts to final plan production. They will also draft various sketches, plans, and exhibits using CAD.

Responsibilities

Technical

• Carries out tasks assigned by the Project Lead and engineering team.
• Drafting grading, drainage, utility, street frontage improvements, and stormwater management plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D grading feature lines and utility pipe networks.
• Preparing drawings per company and public agency CAD standards and project-dependent CAD specifications.

Education & Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in a position requiring intensive AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Experience drafting on-site and off-site improvement drawings for land development projects.
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc.
• Experience with BlueBeam a plus.

Skills

• Collaboration : Effective working relationships with management, coworkers, subordinates and clients. Mutual respect. Listening to others, adapting to changes, debating alternatives, being open-minded and producing a superior outcome as the result of effective teamwork.
• Problem Solving : The ability to develop a timely, efficient solution or alternative when a posed with a problem; thinking outside the box; paying attention to the details.
• Responsiveness/Communication : Communicating in a prompt and professional manner; providing relevant and timely information to management, coworkers, subordinates and clients in a clear, concise and direct manner.
• Self-Responsible : Taking control and accountability; not waiting for others to direct.
• Efficient : Ability to maintain focus, stay organized, manage multiple tasks and complete work within deadlines, with minimal errors in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable : Ability to modify practices, systems or attitudes to align with new requirements.

Specialty Skills

• Understanding Civil3D, AutoCAD
• Basic understanding of Civil Engineering
• Basic understanding of topographic and boundary surveys
• Ability to understand and interpret design intent as communicated by engineers.

Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
• Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
• Ability to lift and/or carry items (up to 20 lbs.)
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
• Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.

Benefits

• Great culture - Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
• Competitive Pay ($20 - $29/hr + overtime DOE + location)
• Paid Holidays
• Free office snacks
• Much more!

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