KJ is seeking an experienced Civil CAD Designer to join our multidisciplinary Water/Wastewater team. In this role, you will support the design and delivery of water, wastewater, recycled water, and utility infrastructure projects across the country. You will work closely with engineers, project managers, and other design professionals to develop high-quality construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Water/Wastewater Civil CAD Designer, you will develop civil design drawings and 3D models for a variety of infrastructure projects, including water transmission pipelines, sanitary sewer collection systems, tanks and reservoirs, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
Typical design elements include site layouts, horizontal control and paving plans, grading and drainage, yard piping, erosion control, pipeline plan and profiles, and other site civil improvements.
You will also:
Develop 3D models, layouts, and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Perform advanced drafting and design tasks in accordance with company, client, and industry standards.
Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines on large and complex projects to deliver construction documents within scope, schedule, and budget.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, senior designers, and other team members throughout the design process.
Perform design calculations, research vendor information, and support code and standards compliance.
Identify design conflicts and work with project teams to develop solutions.
Serve as CAD Lead on mid- to large-sized projects, as appropriate.
Review the work of other designers prior to delivery.
Mentor team members on design delivery workflows, CAD standards, and best practices.
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in civil design, including site civil and pipeline plan/profile development.
Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Experience with design and collaboration tools such as InfraWorks, ProjectWise, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office. Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads is a plus.
Knowledge of site civil and site piping design principles, including grading, drainage, earthwork/volumetric calculations, site layout, and underground utility systems.
Working knowledge of land surveying principles, applicable codes, and industry standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction drawings.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary project teams.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple project priorities.
Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our people to thrive and achieve their full potential.
The hourly pay range for this position is expected to be between $40.00–$60.00 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, seniority, geographic location, and performance.
Benefits Summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, and a competitive PTO and holiday program.
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