Ecological System Restoration - Water Resources Engineer

About the role

As a Water Resources Engineer in the Ohio Ecosystem Restoration Group at Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), you will provide technical, production and implementation support, leadership, and expertise on ecosystem restoration and green infrastructure projects throughout Ohio and adjacent states.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a multi-disciplinary restoration team atmosphere where all colleagues, including leadership, support project conceptualization, implementation and delivery of small and large-scale restoration projects.
• Work focused on stream channel restoration, dam removal, wetland restoration, floodplain restoration, abandoned mine lands reclamation, and green best management practices (BMP’s) for stormwater management, including the use of nature-based restoration approaches for water quality benefits in urban environments.
• Independently manage contributions and commitments across many different teams, clients and projects.
• Work as a design engineer under direction, in collaboration, and at times through leadership on ecosystem restoration projects.
• Provide ongoing mentorship to early and mid-career staff.
• Prepare grading plans, quantity calculations, erosion control plans, cost estimates, technical specifications, and bid document preparation.
• Conduct hydrologic assessments, water balances, and data analysis in support of, as well as designing natural stream channels, wetland and floodplain restoration, green stormwater infrastructure, and decommissioning of low-head dams.
• Manage clients and engage in business development opportunities to foster client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (MS preferred) in water resources/environmental/ecological engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification in Ohio with 5 to 10 years of relevant experience, minimum.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D and working knowledge of stream morphology, hydrology, and landscape ecology.
• Experience in preparing stream and wetland restoration construction plans, bid document preparation, and technical specifications.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to integrate in a team environment.
• Motivated to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail and minimal guidance or direction.

Skills

• Technical problem-solving skills.
• Project management and leadership abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

Benefits

• Matching 401(k).
• Profit sharing.
• A performance bonus.
• Company stock.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development.
• Work-life balance.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and may vary based on project needs.