Designer/Drafter Job at Kleinschmidt Associates in Portland

Overview

Join to apply for the Designer-Drafter role at Kleinschmidt Associates. Kleinschmidt has a full time opening for a Designer-Drafter in Portland, Oregon or Redmond, Washington to support the delivery of hydroelectric and fish passage projects. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely.

Salary: $29.00-45.00 per hour (based on experience)

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of drawings of concrete and steel structures and general civil design on hydroelectric and fish passage projects under the direction of mid- and senior-level engineering staff.
• Travel may be required to gather project information and provide support throughout the project design and construction phases.

Qualifications

• Associates in Drafting or similar degree.
• 5+ years of experience in AutoCAD leading the development of architectural, structural (concrete and steel structures), mechanical, electrical, and civil drawing sets.
• Proven 3D design experience with ability to visualize and communicate in 3D.
• Experience with Civil 3D and modeling software (Solidworks, AutoCAD MEP, Revit, BIM, MicroStation, InfraWorks, Recap, and/or 3DsMax).
• Excellent problem solving skills and oral and written communication skills
• Enjoys collaborating with clients and co-workers and can integrate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Autodesk Advanced Certified Professional
• Experience with hydropower related projects

Additional Requirements

• Must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to travel periodically and possess a valid driver's license

About The Position

Typical duties of this position include leading the development of drawings of concrete and steel structures and general civil design on hydroelectric and fish passage projects under the direction of mid- and senior-level engineering staff. The scope and scale of projects at Kleinschmidt will engage your curiosity and facilitate professional growth. Travel may be required to gather project information and provide support throughout the project design and construction phases. Kleinschmidt focuses on practical solutions with multi-disciplinary teams for renewable energy projects, dam removals, embankment dam repairs, fish passage facilities, recreation facilities, and stream restorations.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive salary
• Bonus program
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision package
• 401(k) with 4% employer match, with immediate vesting
• 401(k) profit sharing
• 10 paid holidays (floating)
• Short-Term disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Career pathing and professional development
• Employee ownership

Equal Opportunity

Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.

Salary: $29.00 - $45.00 per hour

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