KWRE Engineering Technician (Renewables)

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Free office snacks

Job summary

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors is seeking an Engineering Technician (Renewables) in Austin, TX. You will independently produce engineering design plans for public works and land development using AutoCAD Civil 3D, collaborating with the design team from concept to final plan production.

The role emphasizes drafting, CAD standards, and field-to-office coordination, with on-site/off-site project support and a focus on renewable energy projects.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Carries out tasks assigned by the Project Lead and engineering team.

Skills

Drafting

AutoCAD drafting

CAD standards

MS Office

Field observations

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

BlueBeam

Job description

KWRE ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (RENEWABLES) - Austin, TX

What we're looking for?

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.

What you will do

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.

What you have

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.

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.

Why Join Us?

• Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
• Competitive Pay ($20.00 - $29.00/hour DOE + location)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Free office snacks
• Much more!