Civil Engineer - Natural Gas | EIT

At Kimley-Horn, a Civil Engineer - Natural Gas takes on responsibilities that include pipeline design, natural gas generation power plant design, metering stations, and control design. You’ll also handle project due diligence, coordinate jurisdictional permitting, and help monitor project budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate for the Civil Engineer - Natural Gas role at Kimley-Horn should have at least 2 years of relevant engineering design experience, an EIT license (or an ability to obtain one within 12 months), and a solid background in the energy discipline, including design and permitting.

Kimley-Horn offers extensive professional development opportunities for Civil Engineers, including tuition reimbursement and internal training programs to help you grow your skills and advance in your career while enjoying flexibility in a supportive work environment.

Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is crucial for a Civil Engineer - Natural Gas at Kimley-Horn, as this software assists in building plan sets and construction documents required for successful project execution.

Kimley-Horn stands out as an employer due to its strong focus on employee culture, competitive benefits such as a generous retirement plan and comprehensive health coverage, and recognition on Fortune's list of the '100 Best Companies to Work' for 17 years running.

To answer this question effectively, highlight specific projects where you were involved in pipeline design, discussing the tools and software used, challenges faced, and how you contributed to project success.

Demonstrate your understanding by discussing the steps you take to stay updated with regulatory requirements, how you coordinate with agencies, and share an example of a project where you successfully managed permitting processes.

List any project management software you are proficient in and provide examples of how you used these tools to manage timelines, resources, and budgets effectively on your projects.

Share a specific case where you confronted challenges, detailing the problem, your approach to resolving it, and the eventual outcome to demonstrate your problem-solving skills and resilience.

Discuss your communication style, your approach to teamwork, and any experiences where collaboration led to project success. Highlight your ability to listen, share ideas, and build strong working relationships.

Detail the protocols you implement to ensure quality in your designs, from initial drafts to final inspections, and any specific methodologies you follow to maintain high standards in all project components.

Share your strategies for preparing for client meetings, how you establish rapport, gather client requirements, and relay technical information in a way that’s accessible and understandable.

Discuss your continuous learning habits, such as taking relevant courses, attending workshops, or participating in webinars, to stay current on software advancements vital for your role as a Civil Engineer.

Reflect on a personal strength that aligns with the requirements of the role, providing examples of how this strength has positively impacted your work and contributed to team success.

Express your motivation for applying, tying in your values with Kimley-Horn's culture, commitment to quality, and support for professional growth. Make it clear that you seek to be part of a team that prioritizes collaboration and innovation.