Kleinfelder · 1 day ago
CADD Designer
US-TX-San Antonio
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelKleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is seeking a versatile CADD Designer to join their Design team. The role involves transforming engineering concepts into detailed models, collaborating with civil engineers, and supporting various infrastructure projects across Texas.
ConstructionProperty & Casualty InsuranceArchitecture & DesignArchitectureCivil EngineeringRisk Management
Responsibilities
Utilize OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and Civil 3D—including alignments, profiles, corridors, surfaces, grading tools, and sheet production workflows—to develop accurate, engineered construction plans and plan sets
Prepare a variety of civil design deliverables such as plans, exhibits, maps, 2D/3D models, and quantity estimates, ensuring consistency with project and client standards
Collaborate closely with civil engineers and project leaders to translate design concepts into detailed, constructible models and drawings
Apply strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills to support drainage, roadway, utility, and site design tasks across diverse infrastructure projects
Follow internal QA/QC workflows, client CADD standards, and established project procedures to maintain high-quality, consistent deliverables
Manage assigned tasks within budgeted hours and project schedules, communicating progress and providing updates, including preparing meeting minutes when required
Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, taking direction effectively and contributing to a positive, coordinated project environment
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills across design teams, project managers, and stakeholders
Show a strong desire to learn and grow in civil engineering design practices, software capabilities, and industry standards
Leverage GIS skills—when applicable—to integrate spatial datasets, improve base mapping accuracy, support environmental or planning coordination, and enhance overall project data quality
Qualification
Required
Proficient in MicroStation OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil3D
Ability to deliver accurate, efficient, and high-quality civil design and plan production
Ability to transform engineering concepts into detailed 2D and 3D models
Ability to support seamless coordination across multidisciplinary, mixed-platform project teams
Ability to adapt to local government, TxDOT, and consultant workflows
Ability to contribute to complex drainage designs
Utilize OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and Civil 3D—including alignments, profiles, corridors, surfaces, grading tools, and sheet production workflows—to develop accurate, engineered construction plans and plan sets
Prepare a variety of civil design deliverables such as plans, exhibits, maps, 2D/3D models, and quantity estimates, ensuring consistency with project and client standards
Collaborate closely with civil engineers and project leaders to translate design concepts into detailed, constructible models and drawings
Apply strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills to support drainage, roadway, utility, and site design tasks across diverse infrastructure projects
Follow internal QA/QC workflows, client CADD standards, and established project procedures to maintain high-quality, consistent deliverables
Manage assigned tasks within budgeted hours and project schedules, communicating progress and providing updates, including preparing meeting minutes when required
Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, taking direction effectively and contributing to a positive, coordinated project environment
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills across design teams, project managers, and stakeholders
Show a strong desire to learn and grow in civil engineering design practices, software capabilities, and industry standards
Preferred
GIS experience to augment water resources team members with modeling, mapping, and data-driven decision-making
Leverage GIS skills to integrate spatial datasets, improve base mapping accuracy, support environmental or planning coordination, and enhance overall project data quality
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid holidays
Company
Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder is an employee-owned engineering, science, and architecture consulting firm.
Founded in 1961
1001-5000 employees
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