Civil/Structural CAD Drafter/Technician

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 60 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,400 professionals in over 30 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

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities and Duties:

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

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

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.

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 $ $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.

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.