• Designer

    Kimley-Horn (Fort Mill, SC)


    Overview

     

    Ou Fort Mill, South Carolina (SC) office is looking for a CAD Operator or Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Land Development team!

    Responsibilities

    + Lead the development of high-quality technical drawings and civil site plans using **Autodesk Civil 3D**

    + Implement and maintain drafting standards, workflows, and quality control procedures across projects

    + Perform and review complex design calculations with minimal supervision

    + Collaborate with engineers and project managers to incorporate engineering principles and resolve design challenges

    + Mentor, train, and supervise junior CAD staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment

    + Coordinate drafting efforts to meet project schedules and maintain deliverable quality

    + Maintain and organize drawing databases and file management systems

    + Serve as a technical resource on CAD standards and best practices across teams

    + Gain familiarity and align work with Kimley-Horn’s internal practices, procedures, and quality expectations

    Qualifications

    + **8+ years of CAD design experience** , with an emphasis on **civil site development**

    + **Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D** is required

    + Strong understanding of civil engineering concepts, grading, utilities, and site layout

    + Proven ability to **lead drafting efforts on complex projects independently**

    + High school diploma or equivalent required (Associate’s degree or technical training preferred)

    + Ability to manage plotting/printing settings and coordinate final deliverables

    + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

    + Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines

    + Self-starter with a proactive mindset and a commitment to mentoring others

     

    Why Kimley-Horn?

     

    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 18 years!

    _Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn_

    + Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

    + Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

    + Time Off: 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.

     

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    _Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 3 days of being posted._

     

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    Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    **Posted Date** _1 month ago_ _(4/30/2025 8:53 AM)_

    **_ID_** _2025-18081_

    **_Education_** _High School Diploma/GED_

    **_Discipline/Focus_** _Development Services_