CAD Operator - Land Development

Overview:

Kimley-Horn is looking for a CAD Operator to join our Land Development team in Fort Mill, South Carolina (SC)! This is not a remote position.

The Entry-Level CAD Operator will support land development projects by assisting in the preparation of site plans, grading, drainage, and utility layouts using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D. Working under the direction of experienced engineers and designers, the CAD Operator will help ensure the accurate and timely creation of construction documents for residential, commercial, and/or industrial developments.

• Prepare and modify AutoCAD drawings for land development projects, including site plans, grading, drainage, and utility design.
• Designing and producing sets of plans; implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards
• Assists in maintaining drawing database
• Performs routine analysis to check accuracy of data
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

• High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree in Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred)
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products preferred (AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred)
• A willingness to learn and grow within the field of land development design.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
• Ability to work independently and with a team

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (you put in 4% -- we put in 8%) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Aggregate company contribution since 2015 has been 18%.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Generous personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.