KWRE Engineering Technician (Renewables)

Kier + Wright; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits for you + family

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Snack options

Job summary

Kier + Wright in Austin, TX is seeking an Engineering Technician (Renewables) to produce engineering design plans for public works and land development using AutoCAD Civil 3D. You will work with an engineering design team from initial concepts to final plan production.

The role requires 0–2 years experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, on-site and off-site drafting, and strong CAD standards adherence; BlueBeam is a plus. Competitive pay and strong benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience drafting with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Experience drafting on-site and off-site improvement drawings for land development projects.
• General computer skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Experience with BlueBeam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft grading, drainage, utility, street frontage improvements, and stormwater plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Collaborate with the Project Lead and engineering team from concept to final plan production.
• Prepare drawings per company CAD standards and project-specific CAD specifications.
• Draft sketches, plans, and exhibits using CAD.

Skills

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Field checks

Tools

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!

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