CivilStructural CAD DrafterTechnician

Overview

KPFF Seattle’s Civil/Structural Team is composed primarily of structural engineers who design and evaluate infrastructure that connects communities. Our work spans a wide range of bridge and heavy-civil projects, including light rail, highway and pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, culverts that support fish passage, ferry terminals, piers, and wharves. We take pride in our collaborative approach to consulting, partnering with clients across the industry, from small local agencies to state transportation departments, to architects and contractors.

Our team contributes to projects that range from feasibility studies to new construction, to rehabilitation, to retrofits, always with a focus on technical excellence, environmental stewardship, and community impact. Located in downtown Seattle, our Civil/Structural Engineering team is seeking a Civil/Structural 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 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.

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

• Create project drawings and exhibit deliverables
• Apply established company, jurisdiction, and/or project CAD standards
• Maintain organization of project files
• Prepare and edit plans, elevations, sections, and details from rough sketches, redline mark-ups, and verbal instruction from team members
• 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
• Understand, model, and use design elements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-4 years’ experience or completion of a CAD Technical education program
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Micro Station, Civil 3D, Revit or other 3D modeling softwares
• Proficiency in Bluebeam

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

• 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.

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.

• 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
• Grou…