Design Technician

Overview

Kimley-Horn’s Phoenix North office is seeking an entry-level Design Technician to join our Power Delivery team supporting transmission line and substation projects. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in building a career in the power industry while developing technical design and drafting skills alongside experienced engineers and designers.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of design and construction drawings for transmission line and substation projects.
• Create and revise drawings using AutoCAD and other design software.
• Assist with development of plan and profile drawings, layouts, details, assemblies, and other construction documents.
• Support transmission line designs for high-voltage and extra-high-voltage systems.
• Assist engineers with drawing production, design revisions, and project documentation.
• Incorporate markups and redlines into design drawings.
• Help maintain drawing standards, organization, and quality control.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other disciplines throughout the design process.
• Assist with field data collection and site visits as needed.
• Learn industry-specific software and standards applicable to transmission and substation design.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or coursework in Computer-Aided Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, Design Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience. Entry-level candidates and recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Interest in transmission, substations, utilities, or the electric power industry.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

 

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.