Experienced Civil EIT - Land Development

Kimley-Horn; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with employer match

Health coverage

Flexible time off

Student loan matching

Professional development

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Detroit, MI office is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 2+ years of experience to join the Land Development team. This is not a remote position.

You will perform site development engineering, project management, and prepare bid packages, with training and mentorship provided.

Requirements include ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree, EIT or ability to obtain within 12 months, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with a civil engineering design firm
• ABET-accredited bachelor's or master's in Civil Engineering
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern certification, or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D

Responsibilities

• Perform site development engineering and project management for a variety of projects
• Complete site civil design, permitting, and use software including hydrology modeling programs and storm drainage tools, plus AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Work on land development site designs
• Engage in research, coordination, project management, staff management, cost estimating, permitting for land disturbance, and bid package preparation with technical specifications
• Receive on-the-job and formal training, mentorship, and exposure to plan production, project financials, and client interactions

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Project management

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Detroit, Michigan (MI) office is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 2+ years of experience to join their Land Development team. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• The person selected for this role will perform site development engineering and project management tasks for a variety of projects
• They will complete site civil design, permitting, and applicable software applications including hydrology modeling program, storm drainage programs, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
• Projects will include a variety of land development site designs
• In addition to strong technical experience, other responsibilities will include research, coordination, project management, staff management, cost estimating, permitting for land disturbance and preparation of bid packages as well as technical specifications
• 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 experience with a civil engineering 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)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
• 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 19 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.