- Salary
- $90k – $115k
- Location
- Orange, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Kimley-Horn's Orange office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 1+ years of experience in the Renewable Energy/Solar Industry to join their Renewable Energy team. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and develop civil engineering plans for renewable energy projects.
- Conduct site planning, grading, drainage, erosion control, and utility design for energy infrastructure.
- Prepare engineering calculations, construction drawings, and technical reports.
- Support permitting and entitlement efforts by working with local municipalities and regulatory agencies.
- Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations as well as client requirements.
- Communicate effectively with team members, internal partners, clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables with attention to detail and high-quality standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum of 1 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, preferably focused on renewable energy projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Solid understanding of site design, hydrology, grading, and civil fundamentals.
- Familiarity with solar or energy storage projects is highly desirable.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a good client-service mindset.
- EIT certification preferred; CA PE license is a plus or actively pursuing CA PE.
Salary Range:
$90,000 to $115,000
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. 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.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.