Structural Design Technician - Telecom

Kimley-Horn; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Health coverage

Flexible schedule

Time off

Student loan match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Alpharetta, Georgia is seeking an experienced CAD Operator to join our Telecom team and develop technical drawings using CAD and REVIT, while upholding project standards and quality. You will work with engineers on complex structures, maintain drawing databases, and may supervise CAD staff.

The position offers growth, a strong benefits package, and a collaborative, detail‑oriented culture. Join a firm recognized for quality and opportunity with a supportive team and opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk or Bentley products.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter.
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical drawings and plans using CAD and REVIT software.
• Make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity; may perform some multifaceted calculations.
• Requires minimal supervision to perform day-to-day tasks.
• Maintain drawing database and ensure quality control; may supervise CAD staff.
• Coordinate work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Communication skills

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred)

Tools

Autodesk/Bentley software

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for an experienced CAD Operator to join our Telecom team in Alpharetta, Georgia (GA)!

Responsibilities

• This individual will primarily be responsible for:
• structural design/drafting assignments requiring advanced working knowledge of structural design/drafting standards, practices, and techniques in building structural, site structural, and heavy structural elements in concrete, masonry, steel, and wood
• This person will develop technical drawings and plans using CAD and REVIT software
• 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
• May 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

• High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
• Ability to work independently and with a team

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- 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.