POSITION PURPOSE

The Senior CAD Designer assists civil engineers in the completion of projects by utilizing the principles, methods, and techniques of civil engineering in preparing plans and designs, writing specifications and reports, and performing studies. Senior CAD Designers also provide oversight and quality control reviews for junior staff and the work the junior staff produces. Senior CAD Designers may have external clients. All staff that supply the Senior CAD Designers with work are considered both internal clients and an extension of external clients. Senior CAD Designers are expected to assist their clients in meeting project goals in a timely manner and within budget.    

ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare improvement plans for subdivisions, commercial and multi-family developments, and public works projects using
QK standards 

• Revise redlined plans as requested 

• Write specifications for various engineering projects 

• Perform engineering studies for sizing storm drain and sanitary sewer collection systems, and water distribution systems 

• Quantity Takeoff and OPIC preparation 

• Perform calculations for the design of projects pertaining to sanitary sewer, storm drainage, water systems, pavement and street
construction, earthwork, and grading  

• Provide support to the project team in all aspects of production 

• Provide high quality deliverables needed to complete projects efficiently in a timely manner  

• Assist in training CAD Technicians and CAD Designers with AutoCAD and QK standards for drafting projects 

• Convert limited verbal and written directions from a project manager into a finished product or document  

• Review and analyze RFP/SFO documentation to determine project specific BIM/CAD requirements 

• Conduct quality control reviews of plans to ensure the highest quality product is delivered to our clients 

• Other duties as assigned by the Team/Group Leader, Project Manager, Branch Manager, or others as needed in order to
successfully complete the project deliverable or meet internal goals   

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Mastery of AutoCAD Civil 3D. Proficient in other CAD programs, and Microsoft Office suite  

• Ability to work well with others (as a team member) and alone 

• Ability to communicate and work well with staff, to accomplish team goals. 

• Visual acuity and manual dexterity. Repetitive wrist and hand motions required. 

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods 

EDUCATION

• High school diploma required
• Community-college or university-level courses in drafting/civil engineering/ surveying or work in allied professions (structural or mechanical engineering for example) required
• knowledge of required software programs
• Understanding of engineering processes used in drafting for an engineering or architecture department 
• Technical knowledge of civil engineering 

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) to five (5) years as CAD Technician or CAD Designer
• Experience in institutional and/or municipal drafting and training is preferred 

QK understands that solutions for today’s challenges require innovation created by sharing diverse perspectives openly and safely, which is why we celebrate and cultivate diversity and our inclusive environment.

QK is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. QK provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, etc. All employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, and business needs. QK encourages all qualified applicants to apply.

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

Please no calls, emails, or additional contact for inquiry. Our HR team will be in contact with you if we need additional information or wish to schedule an interview with you.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that QK does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, QK will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, QK explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of QK.