Entry Level Water Resources Engineer
About the Role
Dewberry's Baltimore, MD office is seeking an Entry Level Water Resources Engineer to perform a technical role under the direction of a project engineer/manager for a wide range of design services. The individual will perform concept and final designs for drainage, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control, cost estimation, analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models, prepare technical reports, watershed master planning, stream restoration, and water quality studies for transportation and environmental projects.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry.
Responsibilities
- Perform concept and final designs for drainage, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control
- Cost estimation
- Analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models
- Prepare technical reports
- Watershed master planning
- Stream restoration
- Water quality studies for transportation and environmental projects
- Participate in field work as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental/Agriculture Engineering with a focus in Water Resources or related field
- Knowledge of floodplain delineation, stormwater management, culvert and bridge hydraulics, and drainage design
- 0 - 3 years of experience; previous internship(s) preferred
- Working knowledge in CADD platforms such as Microstation
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office software
- Ability to work in a team environment
Qualifications
- Knowledge of hydraulic programs such as TR-20, TR-55, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, ABSCOUR, and HY-8 is a plus
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) is preferred
- GIS software knowledge is a plus
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
Program Information
As an entry-level hire, you’ll be part of a class of peers with 0-1 years of professional experience. Our entry-level program includes:
- Regular professional development events and team-building activities led by an advisory team to form lasting connections with peers in your class
- Opportunities to gain a better understanding of career growth and meaningful opportunities aligned with your professional goals
- Expanding your knowledge of Dewberry and what we do
Pay
The projected range for this position is $82,500 - $85,000 annually. Depending on factors such as skills, experience, location, and market conditions, the range may vary slightly.