Transit Design Lead

OverviewOur Seattle, Washington (WA) office seeks a highly experienced Design Lead with at least 8 years of AEC industry experience in engineering or CAD design, specifically in Transit or Transportation design. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading a team, providing design guidance, and resolving design issues in the transit or transportation sector. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills. This is not a remote position.Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to a diverse team of Engineers, EITs, and CAD Drafters, working on transit and transportationprojects

Foster a collaborative and productive work environment

Provide technical guidance and support to the team, ensuring that designs adhere to industry standards and best practices in transit or transportation design

Offer expertise in transit engineering and CAD design to help solve complex design challenges

Assess and prioritize design issues specific to transit or transportation projects, based on their impact to project timelines and client requirements

Collaborate with the team to develop strategies for addressing these design issues effectively and efficiently

May work closely with project leadership and clients in the transit industry to understand their design requirements and develop strategies for resolving design issues

Provide regular updates to team and Kimley-Horn Project Managers

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop design strategies that align with project goals and client expectations in the transit sector

Provide innovative design solutions that meet both technical and aesthetic requirements unique to transit or transportation projects.

Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards

Develop technical drawings and plans 

The person in this position will develop and/or review CAD drawings of substantial complexity and may perform some multifaceted calculations

Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control

Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering or CAD design, specifically in the field of transit or transportation design

Proven experience in leading a team and providing design guidance in transit or transportation projects

Must be proficient in Autodesk products - primarily Civil3D

Strong knowledge of industry standards and best practices in transit or transportation engineering or CAD design

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders in the transit or transportation industry

Ability to prioritize design issues specific to transit or transportation projects and develop effective strategies for resolving them

Proficiency in relevant design software and tools used in transit or transportation design

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to develop innovative design solutions in the transit or transportation sector

High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)

Ability to set up and manage printing/plotting settings

Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn

Ability to work independently and with a team, with minimal supervision to perform day to day tasks

Willingness to mentor and teach others

Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter

Salary Range:

$100,000 - $140,000

Eligible for Performance Based Bonus Compensation

#LI-CH1Why 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 16 years!Share this job with a friend (https://careers-kimley-horn.icims.com/jobs/12399/transit-design-lead/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&iniframe=1&hashed=-1834442239)Share on social mediaPleaseCLICK HERE (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/benefits/at-a-glance/) to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role.If you require an accommodation, pleaseCLICK HERE. (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/ada-accommodation-request/)Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesPosted Date 5 hours ago (3/12/2024 10:51 PM)ID 2024-12399Education High School Diploma/GEDDiscipline/Focus Transit