Surface Water CAD Operator, Civil Design Tech

Kimley Horn; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Time off

Professional development

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a CAD Operator to join the Surface Water team in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role involves generating site plans and construction drawings, adhering to company drafting standards, and assisting with drawing database maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent (associates preferred), 0–3 years of drafting experience, and familiarity with Autodesk or Bentley products. This is an on-site position with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree is preferred.
• 0–3 years of relevant drafting experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk or Bentley drafting software is preferred.
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude with good communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Generate site plans and construction drawings using basic drafting software.
• Design and produce sets of plans; implement drafting standards and plan preparation procedures.
• Assist in maintaining the drawing database.
• Perform routine data accuracy checks.
• Learn Kimley-Horn practices, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Self-starter

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Kimley-Horn is seeking a CAD Operator to join the Surface Water team in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role involves generating site plans and construction drawings, adhering to company drafting standards, and assisting with drawing database maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent (associates preferred), 0–3 years of drafting experience, and familiarity with Autodesk or Bentley products. This is an on-site position with opportunities for professional growth.