K Friese + Associates, LLC (KFA), a Lochner Company, is a leading provider of professional services in water, wastewater, drainage, transportation, and development reviews for public agencies. Our staff includes licensed civil engineers, certified transportation planners, project/construction managers, and construction inspectors.
In May 2023, KFA joined Lochner, a national transportation infrastructure firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, providing planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, and right-of-way services for surface transportation, rail, transit, and aviation clients. Together, we have more resources and capabilities for delivering innovative solutions and enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Client-Focused: We are collaborative and attentive to the unique needs and goals of each project.
Performance-Driven: We are problem solvers dedicated to transforming transportation infrastructure challenges into opportunities for innovation.
Community-Minded: We are vested in the work we do as stewards of public funds used to improve the communities we serve.
Socially Responsible: We give back to our communities by supporting various charitable organizations and causes.
Growth Oriented: We invest in programs to attract, retain, and develop employees so KFA becomes a long-term home for top talent.
KFA is looking for a Senior Autodesk Civil 3D CAD Technician/Designer with a minimum of 10 years of experience to be part of our Team. In this position you will perform advanced design/drafting assignments with minimal supervision, working with a Team of Engineers and Technicians on water, wastewater, transportation, and drainage projects for our Public Sector clients. This position can be based in our Austin, Round Rock, Houston, or San Antonio office.
The primary responsibilities of the Autodesk Civil 3D CAD Technician/Designer include:
Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Engineers to provide drafting and design support during planning, design and construction for water, wastewater, roadway, and drainage projects.
Work with a team on production of plans from survey to final design, including creating alignments, creating surfaces and contours, generating plan and profile sheets, creating roadway corridors, and using Civil 3D styles for labeling while using multiple client standards.
Work under the supervision of senior staff to interpret plans and data from other engineering related disciplines (survey, utility, etc.).
Perform CAD modifications based on plan markups, sketched information, and verbal direction.
Prepare presentation materials and graphics for project development, meetings, and reports.
Train junior staff on the use of Autodesk Civil 3D through one-on-one interaction and in informal group
Requirements:
Technical degree/diploma/certificate in CAD, Engineering Design, or related field.
Ten years of experience in civil drafting and plan production, including grading and pipe profiles.
Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D.
Working knowledge of CAD standards, Civil 3D objects and label styles, linetypes, sheet set manager and drawing setup.
Understanding of geospatial coordinate systems.
Ability to work independently at times and as part of a multidisciplinary team at others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to build relationships with team members.
Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit a plus.
Working knowledge of MicroStation a plus.
In addition, the successful candidate is highly motivated and will take initiative, demonstrate attention to detail and thoroughness, be able to work well with a team of engineers and technicians and is willing to learn and expand capabilities.
Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.
Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:
Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
Paid Family Leave
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
Education and Training Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service
COMMITTMENT
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.
Equal Employer
Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.