On-Site CAD Operator: Civil Design for Gas Utilities

Kimley-Horn; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Time off and flexible scheduling

Student loan matching

Professional development

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a CAD Operator to join our Natural Gas team. You will generate site plans and construction drawings using AutoCAD and related software, helping deliver accurate, code-compliant designs on client projects.

This on-site role requires detail orientation, good communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team. An associates degree is preferred, with 0–3 years of experience, and a willingness to learn Kimley-Horn practices and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or associates preferred.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley drafting software preferred.
• Detail oriented with professional attitude and teamwork.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn Kimley-Horn practices.

Responsibilities

• Generate site plans and construction drawings using drafting software.
• Design and produce sets of plans; maintain drafting standards.
• Assist in maintaining drawing databases.
• Perform routine data quality checks.
• Familiarize with Kimley-Horn practices and standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Good communication

Team player

Self-starter

Strong work ethic

Interpersonal writing skills

Independence

Education

High school diploma or associates

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley products

Job description

Kimley-Horn in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a CAD Operator to join our Natural Gas team. You will generate site plans and construction drawings using AutoCAD and related software, helping deliver accurate, code-compliant designs on client projects.

This on-site role requires detail orientation, good communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team. An associates degree is preferred, with 0–3 years of experience, and a willingness to learn Kimley-Horn practices and standards.