Experienced Civil EIT - Water Resources

Kimley-Horn's Chicago, IL office is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 2+ years of experience to join their Surface Water team. This is not a remote position.

About Kimley-Horn

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.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate can expect to work in a dynamic team environment on a range of projects including: Surface water management studies
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Analysis and design
• Flood studies, resiliency and vulnerability assessments

Green infrastructure planning and design

• 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 of experience with surface water modeling and/or design
• Experience building and calibrating Hydraulic/Hydrology models such as ICPR4, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), and SWMM Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS (AutoCAD Civil 3D or Microstation a plus)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Requirements

• 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)
• 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
• Python programing experience desired but not required
• $80,000 - $115,000.

Benefits

• 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.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.