Designer - job 2 of 4

As a Civil Designer at Kimley-Horn, your main responsibilities include implementing and managing drafting standards, developing technical drawings, quality checking complex plans, and performing calculations. You'll also supervise CAD staff and ensure work activities meet schedules and quality control standards.

To apply for the Civil Designer position at Kimley-Horn, you typically need 10+ years of relevant experience, a high school diploma (an associate's degree is preferred), and advanced proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products. Strong communication skills and the ability to mentor others are also essential.

Success as a Civil Designer at Kimley-Horn requires a mix of technical skills, such as proficiency in drafting software and engineering principles, along with soft skills like communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.

The work environment at Kimley-Horn for a Civil Designer is dynamic and collaborative, with a focus on quality and innovation. You'll work with a supportive team in our Scottsdale office, engaging in projects that challenge and stimulate professional growth.

Kimley-Horn offers various career growth opportunities for Civil Designers, including professional development programs, tuition reimbursement, and mentorship roles. The company values internal training, allowing you to continually enhance your skills and advance within the organization.

In answering this question, highlight a specific project that showcases your technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and how you overcame obstacles. Discuss your role, the project outcomes, and what you learned in the process.

Be honest about your proficiency level in various CAD software. If you have experience with Autodesk or Bentley products, provide examples of projects where you utilized these programs effectively.

Discuss your approach to quality control, such as implementing standardized checks for accuracy, peer reviews of designs, and staying updated on best practices in drafting and engineering principles.

Explain your time management strategies, prioritization techniques, and how you maintain communication with your team to ensure project milestones are met, all while delivering high-quality work.

Share any previous experience mentoring junior team members or interns. Explain how you tailored your mentorship approach to facilitate their learning and help them develop their skills.

Talk about specific resources you use, such as industry publications, online courses, and networking events, to stay ahead in civil engineering and design advancements.

Illustrate a specific instance where you identified an area for improvement in a project and how your recommended change positively influenced the final outcome, demonstrating your analytical skills.

Highlight qualities such as attention to detail, strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to collaborate with a team, outlining why these attributes are essential in your role.

Explain the situation, your approach to facilitating a resolution, and the positive outcome. Emphasize your communication and diplomacy skills in handling team dynamics.

Discuss specific elements of Kimley-Horn’s culture, values, and commitment to employee development that resonate with you, showing your alignment with the company’s mission and vision.