Civil Engineer Careers- Kimley Horn Transit Projects (Orange, CA)

Civil Engineer — Transit Projects (Orange, CA)

Kimley-Horn, an award-winning national firm with a people-centric culture that is second to none in the industry, is looking for talented civil engineering professionals to become part of its growing Transit team in Orange, California. This exciting opportunity is ideal for engineers who are eager to create the future of urban transport through meaningful transit solutions.

If you perform well in team environments and have hands-on knowledge in the delivery of complex transit projects, this role is the platform to innovate, lead, and make lasting contributions to Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects.

🚦 What This Role Involves

As a senior team member, the successful candidate will be engaged in a range of transit-related design and delivery tasks. Your primary focus will be corridor design, station planning, and multidisciplinary coordination on major BRT and LRT projects.

One of the most significant work that you will be performing is:

1. Creating corridor ideas and designs.
2. Enabling public participation exercises and presenting technical findings to diverse audiences.
3. Creating transit reports to inform regional and local decision-making. Collaborating closely with other planning and engineering disciplines to ensure easy project delivery.

This role demands a proactive attitude, superior organizational abilities, and good communication skills to interact with internal teams and clients.

🛠️ Who We’re Looking For

Ideal candidates will bring not only technical skills but also a collaborative spirit and a solution-oriented approach. Candidates should have:

✅ Professional Engineering (P.E.) License — or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire.
✅ 8+ years of transit design experience, with a focus on:

• BRT and LRT corridors
• Guideway and track design
• Roadway engineering
• Station and park-and-ride facility layouts
  ✅ Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  ✅ Proven ability to work directly with clients and facilitate productive discussions.
  ✅ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  ✅ Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage priorities across multiple concurrent projects.
  ✅ Positive, self-starting attitude and dedication to working in a team-based environment.

💼 Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $120,000 – $170,000 annually
  (Salary will be commensurate with experience, skillset, and location.)

🌟 Why Choose Kimley-Horn

At Kimley-Horn, individuals are the focus of the business — from our loyal clients to our empowered staff. Our culture is centered on developing meaningful careers, fostering growth, and establishing a work environment in which individuals feel valued and nurtured.

For 18 consecutive years, Kimley-Horn has proudly earned a spot on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For”, a testament to our commitment to employee well-being and success.

🌟 What You Can Expect — Comprehensive Benefits at Kimley-Horn

At Kimley-Horn, wellness goes far beyond the workweek. The company’s commitment to its people shines through in a carefully designed benefits program that takes care of every stage of life and career. Whether you worry about health, finances, family, or professional development, Kimley-Horn has the resources to assist you — on and off the job.

Note: Benefit availability is subject to eligibility.

🩺 Health & Wellness

1. Medical Coverage with zero-dollar premium plans that include fertility benefits under Progyny.
2. Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual company-funded contributions.
3. Dental and Vision Coverage with extensive options.
4. 98point6 Virtual Primary Care provides for easy text-based access to doctors.
5. Virtual Mental Health Support under the medical plan for emotional and psychological well-being.
6. Health Advocate services to address healthcare intricacies.
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counseling and support. Commuter Benefits, including parking account and mass transit expenses.

💰 Financial Security & Retirement

• 401(k) Retirement Plan featuring an industry-leading 2-to-1 company match on the first 4% of your contributions, plus:
  • Discretionary Profit Sharing, which in 2021 totaled a 10% contribution, bringing employer contributions up to 18% (variable based on company performance).
• Access to Financial Advisors to assist with retirement and financial planning.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Support

• New Parent Leave to facilitate the transition to parenthood.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to help with childcare expenses.
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Programs for expanding families.
• Discounted Childcare Services, tutoring, and nanny placement support.
• Elder Care Resources to assist employees with aging family members.
• 529 College Savings Plan for future education expenses.
• Breastmilk Shipping Assistance during work-related travel to facilitate nursing mothers.

🛡️ Protection Benefits

• Short-Term Disability Insurance — fully paid by Kimley-Horn.
• Long-Term Disability Coverage — fully company-paid.
• Extended Leave and Disability Supplement Insurance at no cost.
• Group Term Life Insurance, provided without employee contributions.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for those seeking additional coverage options.

🕰️ Compensation, Time Off & Development

• Performance Bonuses tied to individual and company success.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program — based on tenure and role.
• 8 Paid Holidays, including 2 floating days to use as needed.
• Tuition Reimbursement to support continued learning.
• Employee Referral Bonuses to reward bringing talented individuals to the firm.
• Internship Programs (while interns are not eligible for standard benefits, they do receive paid holidays if scheduled to work those days).

🚀 How to Apply

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Interested professionals should apply as soon as possible, as this opportunity may close after a minimum posting period of three days.

For additional information about the benefits associated with this role or to request accommodation during the hiring process, please visit our website or reach out to our recruiting team directly.

📌 Important Notes:

• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Kimley-Horn does not typically sponsor H-1B or other work visa petitions.