Civil Engineer - Transit

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Richmond, Virginia (VA) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 3+ years of experience to join their Transit team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will contribute to the production and delivery of transit and rail design projects with a particular focus on, but not limited to passenger, commuter, freight, industrial rail, light rail, and bus rapid transit projects.

Various tasks may include concept through final design, exhibit development, program management responsibilities, railroad coordination, and corridor development.

This role will require a high degree of multi-disciplinary coordination.

Strong communication and organizational skills are critical.

Qualifications

Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12-18 months)

3+ years of transit-focused engineering experience including :

Track / guideway design

Transit corridor design experience

Roadway design

Station design

Drainage design (beneficial)

Outgoing, self-motivated team player

High level of proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and proficiency in Bentley MicroStation

Experience communicating and working with clients

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation

Ability to balance priorities among multiple projects

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!

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.

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

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Posted Date 7 months ago (4 / 7 / 2025 10 : 42 AM)

ID 2025-17790

Education Bachelor's Degree

Discipline / Focus Transit