Entry Level Civil Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Kimley-Horn; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Time Off Benefits

Financial Wellness Options

Professional Development Programs

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ocala, Florida is seeking engineering graduates to join their Water/Wastewater team. This role involves assisting in the design of various municipal water systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining high-quality standards. Ideal candidates should have a degree from an ABET accredited university and be familiar with AutoCAD or REVIT. The position emphasizes detail-oriented skills and the ability to work independently as well as in teams, all within a supportive training environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an ABET accredited university in engineering.
• Exposure to AutoCAD and/or REVIT preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative is essential.
• Detail-oriented mindset for contributing positively to the work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of water transmission and distribution systems.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to complete projects.
• Maintain quality sets of plans and check the work of others.
• Perform a variety of engineering tasks and receive training.

Skills

AutoCAD

REVIT

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Ocala, Florida (FL) office is looking for Engineering graduates to join their Water/Wastewater team. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Responsible with assisting in the design of water transmission and distribution systems, pumping stations, conveyance systems, water treatment systems, water/wastewater distribution planning, master planning, and treatment plant rehabilitation and expansions
• Projects will include a variety of municipal water and wastewater utilities designs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to contribute to the successful completion of assigned projects
• Maintaining a high degree of quality sets of plans along with checking the work of others
• 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

• Bachelors or Masters from an ABET accredited university in the field of engineering
• Exposure to AutoCAD and/or REVIT preferred
• 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

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.