Civil Engineer - Surface Water/Land Development

Kimley-Horn; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1‑2?

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Orange, CA office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 2+ years of experience to join their Land Development team. This is not a remote position.

You will work in a dynamic team on surface water studies, hydraulic modeling, analysis and design, flood studies, resiliency and green infrastructure design. The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, ITE/Intern certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months), and experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 2+ years of experience with surface water modeling/design.
• Engineer-In-Training or Engineering Intern certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• Experience building/calibrating hydrologic/hydraulic models (ICPR4, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, SWMM).
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS; AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work in a dynamic team on a range of surface water projects including hydrology/surface water studies.
• Perform analysis and design tasks and participate in plan production and client interactions.
• Contribute to flood studies, resiliency and green infrastructure design.

Skills

Surface water modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Engineering analysis

Independent work

Python programming

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

ICPR4

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

ArcGIS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Orange, CA office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 2+ years of experience to join their Land Development team. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate can expect to work in a dynamic team environment on a range of projects including:
  • Surface water management studies
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
  • Analysis and design
  • Flood studies, resiliency and vulnerability assessments
  • Green infrastructure planning and design
• 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 experience with surface water modeling and/or design
• 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)
• Experience building and calibrating Hydraulic/Hydrology models such as ICPR4, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), and SWMM
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS (AutoCAD Civil 3D or Microstation a plus)
• 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
• Python programing experience desired but not required

Salary Range:

$105,000 to $120,000

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.