Kimley-Horn
A multidisciplinary engineering and planning firm offering innovative solutions in various sectors.
Entry Level Mechanical Engineer - Land Development
Site development engineering and project management for land development projects
Job Highlights
About the Role
As a critical member of the team, you will perform a variety of engineering tasks while receiving on‑the‑job and formal training, mentorship, and exposure to plan production, project financials, and client interactions. You will collaborate on site development projects, contributing to design, permitting, cost estimating, and bid preparation. • Perform site development engineering and project management tasks for various land development projects. • Complete site design, permitting, and use software such as hydrology modeling, storm drainage programs, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. • Conduct research, coordinate efforts, estimate costs, and prepare bid packages and technical specifications. • Contribute to plan production, project financials, and client interactions while receiving mentorship.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸site engineering
- ▸autocad
- ▸hydrology modeling
- ▸cost estimating
- ▸bid preparation
- ▸client interaction
What You Bring
Kimley‑Horn’s Columbus, Ohio office is seeking Mechanical Engineering graduates to join its Land Development team. This position is on‑site and not remote. • Hold a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program. • Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. • Show strong urgency, self‑initiative, and ability to meet client deadlines. • Be detail‑oriented, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a positive environment.
Requirements
- ▸mechanical engineering
- ▸abet‑accredited
- ▸communication
- ▸self‑initiative
- ▸detail‑oriented
- ▸on‑site
Benefits
• 2‑to‑1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation plus profit‑sharing. • Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. • Flexible time‑off policies, including personal leave, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays. • Financial wellness programs such as student‑loan matching, 401(k) contributions, and performance bonuses. • Professional development support including tuition reimbursement and internal training. • Family‑friendly benefits like new‑parent leave, family‑building resources, and childcare assistance.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time