Surface Water Engineer

As a Surface Water Engineer at Kimley-Horn in West Palm Beach, you would be responsible for supporting a growing water resources practice by working on a variety of surface water management projects. This includes the design and documentation of surface water infrastructure and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful deliverables for our diverse clientele.

To apply for the Surface Water Engineer position at Kimley-Horn, you need to possess at least 4 years of relevant engineering design experience along with a Professional Engineering (P.E.) License or the ability to obtain one within the following year. Familiarity with software tools like AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Hydrologic modeling software is also essential alongside excellent communication skills.

A Surface Water Engineer at Kimley-Horn should be proficient in various engineering and hydrologic design software. Essential tools include AutoCAD, ArcGIS, HydroCAD, SWMM, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and StormCAD. These tools help in performing drainage analysis, design, and the preparation of technical documentation.

The work environment at Kimley-Horn for a Surface Water Engineer is collaborative and dynamic. You'll join a team of experienced engineers and designers who value teamwork, client relationships, and innovation. The culture is supportive, allowing professionals to thrive and develop their skills further while working on impactful projects.

Kimley-Horn offers a comprehensive benefits package for Surface Water Engineers that includes an exceptional retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match, comprehensive health coverage, flexible time off, financial wellness programs, and a strong emphasis on professional development, including tuition reimbursement and training opportunities.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you successfully applied hydraulic modeling software like HEC-RAS or SWMM to analyze surface water flow. Discuss the challenges faced and how your modeling contributed to project success.

Discuss your time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks, using project management tools, and maintaining clear communication with team members. Provide an example of a time when you successfully handled competing priorities.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork and communication in completing projects successfully. Share examples of how you have worked with engineers and designers from various disciplines and how that collaboration led to better outcomes.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer. Talk about a specific project, the challenges you faced, the actions you took to address those challenges, and the positive outcome that resulted.

Detail your commitment to quality assurance in design work, including methods for reviewing documents, conducting peer reviews, and adhering to regulations. Mention any experiences with achieving high-quality results in past projects.

Describe your knowledge of FEMA regulations, including CLOMR and LOMR processes. Have specific examples ready that demonstrate your experience dealing with these regulations in past projects.

List the software tools you are skilled in and discuss how you’ve applied them in your work. Be specific about your capabilities in tools like HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, and AutoCAD, and provide examples of projects where you used them effectively.

Talk about your commitment to continuing education, such as attending industry conferences, subscribing to relevant journals, and participating in training programs. Winning examples of how staying informed has positively influenced your work.

Express your admiration for Kimley-Horn’s commitment to quality work, positive culture, and strong employee development initiatives. Share how the company’s values align with your professional goals and the kind of impact you hope to make.

Describe your process of gathering information on project requirements, understanding client expectations, and collaborating with team members to create a comprehensive and clear scope of work that outlines all necessary deliverables and timelines.