Water Resources Technician

HMB Professional Engineers, LLC; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

401(k) Match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

HMB Professional Engineers, LLC in Frankfort, KY, is seeking a Water Resources CAD Technician to support design and delivery of stormwater, drainage, and water resources projects. You will work under senior engineers to develop CAD drawings, plans, and construction documents.

This role offers a hybrid work schedule with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and coordinate with clients and subconsultants.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of CAD experience in water resources or civil/transportation projects.
• Associate's degree or technical certificate in drafting, civil engineering technology, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software: MicroStation, OpenRoads/OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Understanding of drainage and water resources design principles, plan production standards, and applicable design criteria.
• Detail-oriented with strong technical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing, and standard industry software.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary team environments and meet project deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD drawings, plans, and construction documents for water resources and drainage projects.
• Design stormwater management systems, storm sewer networks, culverts, detention/retention facilities, channels.
• Prepare plan sheets, design details, profiles, cross-sections, and quantity takeoffs.
• Develop grading and drainage layouts and coordinate utilities within design models.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, utility providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support field reviews, site data collection, and as-built documentation.
• Assist in preparing permit exhibits and agency submittal packages.
• Contribute to project deliverables while supporting schedules, budgets, and CAD standards.
• Collaborate with roadway, structural, geotechnical, and other disciplines.

Skills

CAD experience

Water resources experience

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Spreadsheets/Word

CAD tools proficiency

Education

Associate's degree or technical certificate in drafting/civil engineering tech

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Description

As a top 14 transportation firm, HMB has some of the largest infrastructure projects in the country. We're looking for a Water Resources CAD Technician to support the design and delivery of stormwater, drainage, and water resources projects, gaining meaningful project exposure from day one.

Engaged professionals lie at the heart of our vision statement. That's why we strive to create a work environment that challenges and inspires our employees, igniting their passion and drive to achieve greatness each and every day, whether they're in the office or working remotely.

Department

Water/Wastewater

Location

Frankfort, KY

Key Responsibilities

• Working under the direction of Professional Engineers and senior staff to develop CAD drawings, plans, and construction documents for water resources and drainage projects.
• Assisting with the design and development of stormwater management systems, storm sewer networks, culverts, detention/retention facilities, channels, and related drainage infrastructure.
• Preparation of accurate plan sheets, design details, profiles, cross-sections, and quantity takeoffs.
• Developing existing and proposed grading, drainage layouts, and utility coordination within design models.
• Coordination with clients, subconsultants, utility providers, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project development.
• Supporting field reviews, site data collection, and as-built documentation when needed.
• Assisting in the preparation of permit exhibits and agency submittal packages.
• Contributing to project deliverables while supporting schedules, budgets, and CAD standards.
• Working collaboratively with roadway, structural, geotechnical, and other engineering disciplines to support project success.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum 2+ years of CAD experience, preferably within water resources, drainage, or civil/transportation projects.
• Associate's degree or technical certificate in drafting, civil engineering technology, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD and civil design software (MicroStation, OpenRoads/OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar tools).
• Understanding of drainage and water resources design principles, plan production standards, and applicable design criteria.
• Detail-oriented individual with strong technical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing, and standard industry software.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary team environments and meet project deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to work hybrid work schedule
• Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Account
• and More

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.