Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Bridge Hydraulics Engineer

Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • 3+ years of experience in Hydraulics & Hydrology (H&H).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Georgia or ability to obtain within 12 months.
  • Experience with GDOT drainage design and bridge hydraulic analysis.
  • Strong technical expertise in bridge hydraulics and scour analysis.
  • Experience developing 1D and 2D hydraulic models, including HEC-RAS.
  • Familiarity with SMS (Aquaveo) and advanced hydraulic modeling platforms preferred.
  • Knowledge of FHWA, AASHTO, and FEMA guidance and design standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for drainage systems, bridges, and culverts.
  • Conduct bridge hydraulic modeling and scour analyses for transportation projects.
  • Develop and evaluate 2D hydraulic models for complex floodplain and bridge studies.
  • Prepare drainage and stormwater design packages, including reports, calculations, and plan development.
  • Support project delivery by preparing plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
  • Coordinate with internal project teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
  • Support business development efforts through proposals, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and RFP responses.
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to technical excellence across projects.

Benefits

  • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation 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.
Full Job Description
Overview

Kimley-Horn's Atlanta, Georgia (GA) officeis seeking a Bridge Hydraulics Engineer to join our Surface Water team in Atlanta, GA. This role will support infrastructure projects throughout Georgia, with a focus on bridge hydraulics, scour analysis, drainage design, and floodplain modeling. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can independently lead technical analyses, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to the successful delivery of complex projects. This is not a remote position.

 

Responsibilities
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for drainage systems, bridges, and culverts.
  • Perform bridge hydraulic modeling and scour analyses for transportation projects.
  • Develop and evaluate 2D hydraulic models for complex floodplain and bridge studies.
  • Prepare drainage and stormwater design packages, including reports, calculations, and plan development.
  • Support project delivery through preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
  • Coordinate with internal project teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
  • Support business development efforts through proposals, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and RFP responses.
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to technical excellence across projects.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • 3+ years of experience in Hydraulics & Hydrology (H&H).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Georgia or ability to obtain within 12 months
  • Experience with GDOT drainage design and bridge hydraulic analysis.
  • Strong technical expertise in bridge hydraulics and bridge scour analysis.
  • Experience developing 1D and 2D hydraulic models, including HEC-RAS.
  • Familiarity with SMS (Aquaveo) and other advanced hydraulic modeling platforms is preferred.
  • Knowledge of FHWA, AASHTO, and FEMA guidance and design standards.
  • Ability to work independently, manage technical tasks, and lead project deliverables.#LI-AT1

 

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.

About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
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