Bridge Hydraulics Engineer: 2D Modeling & Scour Analysis

Kimley-Horn; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off & flexible scheduling

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement and training

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn’s Atlanta, GA office is seeking a Bridge Hydraulics Engineer to join our Surface Water team in Atlanta. You will lead hydrologic analyses for bridges and drainage, develop 1D/2D hydraulic models, and support PS&E and client proposals.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in H&H, a GA PE license or plan to obtain within 12 months, and strong experience with HEC-RAS, SMS Aquaveo, and GDOT standards. This is an on-site role focused on Georgia projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in Hydraulics & Hydrology (H&H).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Georgia or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Experience with GDOT drainage design and bridge hydraulic analysis.
• Strong technical expertise in bridge hydraulics and bridge scour analysis.
• Experience developing 1D and 2D hydraulic models, including HEC-RAS.
• Familiarity with SMS (Aquaveo) and other advanced hydraulic modeling platforms is preferred.
• Knowledge of FHWA, AASHTO, and FEMA guidance and design standards.
• Ability to work independently, manage technical tasks, and lead project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for drainage systems, bridges, and culverts.
• Perform bridge hydraulic modeling and scour analyses for transportation projects.
• Develop and evaluate 2D hydraulic models for complex floodplain and bridge studies.
• Prepare drainage and stormwater design packages, including reports, calculations, and plan development.
• Support project delivery through preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
• Coordinate with internal project teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts through proposals, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and RFP responses.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to technical excellence across projects.

Skills

Bridge hydraulics expertise

Project leadership

Independent work

Hydraulics & Hydrology knowledge (H&H)

Knowledge of FHWA/AASHTO/FEMA guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

SMS (Aquaveo)

Job description

Kimley-Horn’s Atlanta, GA office is seeking a Bridge Hydraulics Engineer to join our Surface Water team in Atlanta. You will lead hydrologic analyses for bridges and drainage, develop 1D/2D hydraulic models, and support PS&E and client proposals.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in H&H, a GA PE license or plan to obtain within 12 months, and strong experience with HEC-RAS, SMS Aquaveo, and GDOT standards. This is an on-site role focused on Georgia projects.