Substation Physical Design Technician

Kimley-Horn; Woodstock (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Health coverage

Flexible scheduling

Time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Design Technician to join our Power Delivery team in Woodstock, Georgia. The role focuses on generating site plans and construction drawings using AutoCAD and other drafting tools.

You'll design and produce sets of plans, maintain drawing databases, and ensure data accuracy while following Kimley-Horn's standards. This is an on-site, non-remote position supporting project teams across our Georgia offices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associates degree preferred.
• 0–3 years of relevant drafting experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley drafting tools preferred.
• Detail oriented with strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Generate site plans and construction drawings using drafting software.
• Design and produce sets of plans and maintain drafting standards.
• Assist in maintaining drawing database.
• Perform routine data checks for accuracy.
• Adhere to Kimley-Horn practices and standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team player

Self-starter

Professional attitude

Independent work

Willing to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Design Technician to join our Power Delivery team in Woodstock, Georgia (GA) This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• The person in this position will use basic computer drafting software to generate site plans and construction drawings for Kimley-Hornprojects
• Designing and producing sets of plans; implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards
• Assists in maintaining drawing database
• Performs routine analysis to check accuracy of data
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products preferred
• 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.