Civil CAD Drafter/Technician

KPFF Consulting Engineers

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$30–$50 Per Hour

SKILLS

3D Design, AutoCAD, Building Permits, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Civil Engineering, Civil Infrastructure, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Disability Insurance, Engineering Consulting, Feasibility Analysis, Federal Government, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Physical Demands, Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Team Player, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

1 day ago

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500 professionals in 35 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF Seattle's Civil Team designs sites that enable land to be developed for commercial, residential, institutional, and recreational purposes. We also design critical public and private infrastructure systems that support the built and natural environments, including district energy, regional storm drainage facilities, utility grids, and trails. We support projects ranging from feasibility evaluations and master planning to design, permitting, and construction. Our group works in close collaboration with owners, architects, landscape architects, and other engineering disciplines to build a more sustainable, resilient, and thriving community.

Located in downtown Seattle, our Civil Engineering team is seeking a Civil CAD Drafter/Technician. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the design and development of civil infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. You will support projects by creating, managing, updating, and maintaining a variety of drawings with a strong eye for presentation and attention to detail. We're looking for team members who are excited to make a difference in the world and the communities we live and work in, are effective communicators, and thrive in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities and Duties:

With the supervision of a CAD technician, project engineer, and/or project manager, you will:

Research jurisdictional codes and manuals to determine drafting and CAD requirements
Create project drawings and exhibit deliverables
Apply established company, jurisdiction, and/or project cad standards
Maintain organization of project files
Prepare and edit plans, profiles, sections, and details from rough sketches, redline mark-ups, and verbal instruction from team members
Perform vehicular turning studies using software such as AutoTurn
Be responsible for presentation and overall drawing appearance and clarity
Coordinate with engineers and team members
Plot and scan drawings
Complete drawings and project responsibilities within acceptable timeline
For CAD Technicians, understand, model, and use Civil 3D design elements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum 1-4 years' experience or completion of a CAD Technical education program
Proficiency in AutoCAD
For CAD Technician, applicable and working knowledge of Civil 3D
The ability and desire to work both independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated, hardworking, dependable employee
Be detail oriented, organized, and have good follow-through skills
Clear and collaborative communication skills
Ability to develop excellent working relationships with team members

Additional Information

This position will require full in-office attendance during a training period; upon successful completion, the role will transition to a hybrid schedule.

Physical Demands:

Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
Occasionally visiting project and construction sites may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $30.00 - $50.00/hour

Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits provided by KPFF include:

An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
Medical insurance
Dental insurance with a no-premium option
Vision insurance with a no-premium option
Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
Dependent Care FSA option
Employee Assistance Program
Group life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year.
Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
Travel accident insurance
Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.

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