Civil CAD Designer - Transportation

Overview

Our Saint Paul, Minnesota (MN) office is seeking a Civil Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Transportation team!

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and management of drafting and plan preparation standards across transportation projects.
• Develop detailed and accurate technical drawings and plans, including:
  Geometric alignments and profilesSurface creation from corridor modeling and assembliesSurface modeling and earthwork quantitiesPressure network and pipe network designPlan production and creation for transportation infrastructure
• Review and perform quality checks on complex drawing packages with minimal supervision.
• Suggest and implement design improvements using sound civil engineering principles.
• Manage and maintain project drawing databases and files, including troubleshooting CAD-related issues.
• Coordinate drafting and design tasks to meet deadlines and ensure quality control.
• Mentor, train, and supervise CAD staff to ensure technical growth and standardization.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to support accurate and well-coordinated project delivery.
• Gain and apply a strong working knowledge of Kimley-Horn’s drafting practices, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant civil drafting/design experience, preferably in transportation.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Drafting, Civil Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D (preferred) or Bentley platforms.
• Strong understanding of plan production workflows and civil design documentation.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply engineering markups, redlines, and design standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, professional attitude.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to mentoring junior staff and fostering a collaborative team culture.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000

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