Transit Civil Engineer

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Seattle, Washington (WA) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join their Transit team!

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design team to develop detailed and efficient roadway designs, ensuring compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and project specifications. 

• Contribute to the production and delivery of transit design projects, with a special emphasis on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects. 

• Assist in the development of project plans, feasibility studies, and cost estimates for roadway and transit infrastructure projects. 

• Select appropriate materials and prepare engineering specifications for road construction and maintenance projects. 

• Create alignment and geometric designs for roads, intersections, and other transportation facilities, considering safety and accessibility for all users. 

• Obtain necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities for roadway and transit projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. 

• Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing plans, addressing design issues, and overseeing project progress. 

• Conduct inspections and quality control checks to ensure the implementation of design standards and specifications. 

• Integrate environmental considerations into roadway design, considering factors such as stormwater management and environmental impact assessments. 

• Assist in monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules. 

• Facilitate corridor concept development, public outreach, and transit evaluation for transit projects. 

• This role requires a high degree of multi-disciplinary coordination to ensure successful project outcomes. 

• Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to effectively manage and execute project tasks. 

• This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects. 

• You will flourish by building meaningful internal and external professional relationships. 

• You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry-leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors. 

• This is an in-person role. 

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience, including transit corridor design focused on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Light Rail Transit (LRT) modes, track/guideway design, roadway design, and station design (including park-and-ride facilities). 

• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or the ability to obtain within 12 months). 

• High level of proficiency in industry-standard design software such as Microstation, Open Roads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. 

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex engineering problems and develop effective solutions. 

• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, roadway design standards, and traffic engineering principles. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and concisely. 

• Experience communicating and working with clients. 

• A collaborative and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. 

• Outgoing, self-motivated team player. 

• Strong organizational skills, detail-orientation, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. 

• Commitment to staying updated on industry trends, regulations, and advancements in roadway and transit engineering. 

Salary Range:

• $135,000 - $155,000
• Eligible for Performance Based Bonus Compensation

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 17 years!

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with the design team to develop detailed and efficient roadway designs, ensuring compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and project specifications. 
- Contribute to the production and delivery of transit design projects, with a special emphasis on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects. 
- Assist in the development of project plans, feasibility studies, and cost estimates for roadway and transit infrastructure projects. 
- Select appropriate materials and prepare engineering specifications for road construction and maintenance projects. 
- Create alignment and geometric designs for roads, intersections, and other transportation facilities, considering safety and accessibility for all users. 
- Obtain necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities for roadway and transit projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. 
- Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing plans, addressing design issues, and overseeing project progress. 
- Conduct inspections and quality control checks to ensure the implementation of design standards and specifications. 
- Integrate environmental considerations into roadway design, considering factors such as stormwater management and environmental impact assessments. 
- Assist in monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules. 
- Facilitate corridor concept development, public outreach, and transit evaluation for transit projects. 
- This role requires a high degree of multi-disciplinary coordination to ensure successful project outcomes. 
- Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to effectively manage and execute project tasks. 
- This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects. 
- You will flourish by building meaningful internal and external professional relationships. 
- You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry-leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors. 
- This is an in-person role.