Civil Engineer | Aviation - E.I.T.

Kimley-Horn; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible scheduling

Financial Wellness programs

Professional Development opportunities

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

A civil engineering firm with a Nashville office is looking for a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with over 2 years of experience to join their Aviation team. In this on-site role, you will support airport project planning and design, prepare reports, and maintain effective working relationships with aviation management. The ideal candidate will have an accredited degree in Civil Engineering and strong skills in AutoCAD and communication. This position offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil aviation experience in a professional design firm.
• Engineer-In-Training certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and design of airport projects.
• Prepare analysis reports for airport planning and construction.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of aviation management.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Excel

GIS

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-initiative

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Nashville, Tennessee (TN) office is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 2+ years of experience to join their Aviation team. This is an on-site position.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and design of airport projects
• Support aviation design construction projects as the project representative for design
• Prepare analysis reports in support of airport planning, design, and construction
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of aviation management and other staff, contractors, and others encountered in the course of work
• As a critical member of the team, you will perform a variety of engineering tasks and will receive both on-the-job and formal training as well as mentorship and exposure to plan production, project financials, and client interactions

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior civil aviation experience working within a professional design firm
• Bachelors or Masters from an ABET accredited university in the field of Civil Engineering
• "Engineer-In-Training" or "Engineering Intern" certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Exposure to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Excel, and/or GIS
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• This is not a remote position.

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 18 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.