Design Technician

About Us

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

About this Role

As an entry-level Design Technician at HBK Engineering you'll help transform raw field data and client requirements into build-ready utility-infrastructure designs. You'll own design tasks from kickoff through construction close-out, use cutting edge CADD/GIS tools, and collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field teams to solve complex overhead and subsurface challenges. Office location: Kansas City, MO

What You'll Do

• Produce detailed design and construction documents in AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and client EAM platforms.
• Model utility-pole loading and develop material/equipment purchase requests.
• Analyze topo surveys, utility atlases, field sketches, client records, and vendor datasheets to inform design decisions.
• Communicate technical findings to project management, engineering leadership, and construction partners.
• Support risk management by flagging design or constructability concerns early.
• Conduct field walk-downs (< 25 % travel) with internal staff, clients, and authorities.
• Manage your own schedule to hit project milestones while juggling multiple assignments.

What You'll Bring

• 0-2 years' experience or related associate degree/certificates in CADD or a technical field.
• Proficiency in 2-D CADD (AutoCAD or similar) and solid grasp of Office 365 and remote-communication tools.
• Ability to ramp up quickly on in-process projects and work independently or within interdisciplinary teams.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the persistence to drive tasks to completion.
• Adaptability in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.

What You'll Get

• Hands-on mentorship and exposure to the full design lifecycle on critical utility projects.
• Access to industry-leading software, training resources, and career-development pathways.
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture with opportunities to participate in HBK Impact and other company initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more - tailored for early-career professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.