Civil Engineer - Water Resources - job 2 of 3

As a Civil Engineer - Water Resources at Kimley-Horn, you’ll engage in various responsibilities, including supporting water resource projects, conducting hydrologic modeling, and preparing technical documents like drainage reports. You will work closely with a diverse team on exciting assignments that contribute to both public and private sector clients.

To qualify for the Civil Engineer - Water Resources role at Kimley-Horn, you should have a minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering design experience, a Professional Engineering (P.E.) License or ability to obtain it within 12 months, and proficiency with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, and HydroCAD.

At Kimley-Horn, you can advance your career by actively engaging in professional development opportunities, utilizing extensive training programs, and participating in exciting projects that bolster your experience in the water resources field. Our culture encourages self-motivation and the ownership of your personal growth.

As a Civil Engineer - Water Resources at Kimley-Horn, you'll work on a myriad of projects, including surface water management studies, flood analyses, bridge hydraulics, and the design of green infrastructure. Each project provides a unique opportunity to develop solutions that impact the environment positively.

Joining Kimley-Horn as a Civil Engineer - Water Resources offers a variety of benefits, including a generous retirement plan with company matching, comprehensive health coverage options, personal leave, flexible scheduling, and a focus on professional development, making it a great environment for career growth and work-life balance.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you applied hydrologic and hydraulic modeling techniques. Discuss software used, methodologies applied, and the outcomes of those projects to showcase your expertise.

A strong response would include examples of your organizational skills and time management techniques, like creating project schedules, setting milestones, and effective communication with team members to ensure deadlines are met.

Discuss any technical writing assignments you've undertaken, emphasizing documents like feasibility studies or regulatory submissions. Explain your approach to clarity, detail, and compliance in technical documentation.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer, detailing the challenge, your role in addressing it, the actions taken, and the positive outcome—showing your problem-solving skills and resilience.

Be specific about your experiences with software tools like AutoCAD, HydroCAD, and HEC-RAS, providing examples of how you've used them in past projects to enhance your design work or analysis.

Highlight your commitment to continuous learning, mentioning any professional organizations you're part of, courses you've taken, or conferences you’ve attended—all demonstrating your proactive attitude toward professional development.

Discuss your collaborative skills and provide examples of successful teamwork experiences, emphasizing effective communication, conflict resolution, and mutual support in achieving project goals.

Focus your answer on the balance between innovative design and environmental sustainability, discussing how important it is to address both client needs and ecological impacts in your engineering solutions.

Outline the circumstances of your presentation, the tools or visuals you used, how you tailored your message to the audience, and the feedback received—demonstrating your communication skills and client engagement.

Research Kimley-Horn's company culture, initiatives, and recognition as a top employer, expressing your alignment with their values, commitment to quality, and interest in being part of their impactful water resources team.