Civil Engineering Technician – Highway Design

TKDA

CAD Designer / Technician role at TKDA supporting transportation projects. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on roadway designs in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeBloomington • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $59,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the design of various transportation projects
Work alongside professionals to develop designs for highways, interchanges, roundabouts, and other roadway features
Collaborate with a multi-discipline team that includes Traffic, Utility, and Water Resource Engineering.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s Degree or Certification in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or related field.
Previous experience or formal training CADD design/drafting (using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, ORD).
Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to participate in project team meetings and interact directly with technical professionals and clients on a frequent basis.
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, etc.).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Flexible work arrangements will be provided (3 days in office / 2 days WFH)

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Hard Skills & Tools

CADD designdraftingAutoCADCivil 3DMicroStationORD

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationteam collaboration

Certifications

Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering TechnologyCertification in Engineering