Water Resources Engineer
About the role
INTERA Incorporated is seeking an experienced mid-level Water Resources Engineer to join our Austin, Texas office. Candidates based in New Mexico, Arizona, or other Western U.S. office locations will be considered. The ideal candidate will bring a civil or infrastructure-focused background with experience in water utility infrastructure planning and design, including water supply, treatment, conveyance, and distribution systems.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of planning studies for water utilities of all sizes, including the preparation of Preliminary Engineering Reports (PER’s).
Collect and evaluate available information to assess system needs, identify proposed solutions, develop conceptual designs for supply, treatment, conveyance, and distribution improvements, estimate and evaluate life-cycle costs, identify permitting requirements, and provide recommendations for implementation.
Support design, permitting, and construction of water infrastructure using a combination of in-house and subcontracted engineering services.
Support INTERA hydrogeologists in the development of bidding documents for water supply wells.
Perform engineering calculations, support specification of pumping systems for wells and conveyance systems, coordinate support from subcontracted surveying firms, and structural and electrical engineering consultants to complete preliminary and final design efforts.
Support preparation of regulatory compliance documents, such as Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
Compile, manage, and analyze groundwater, surface water, and environmental datasets in support of engineering evaluations, alternatives analyses, and design documentation.
Use GIS tools to support engineering planning, infrastructure layout, wellfield evaluation, and technical visualization.
Apply established QA/QC procedures to engineering analyses, calculations, and design documents to ensure technical accuracy and consistency.
Prepare and contribute to technical memoranda, engineering reports, figures, and supporting calculations under the supervision of senior engineers.
Work directly with licensed Professional Engineers who will provide technical guidance, design review, and mentorship to support PE licensure and long-term career development.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
Professional registration or the desire/ability to earn a professional registration (EIT or PE).
3-5 years of professional experience in water resources or water infrastructure engineering.
Experience supporting the evaluation, planning, or design of water infrastructure, such as wells and intakes, treatment, pumping systems, and pipelines.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with a demonstrated intent to pursue PE licensure when eligible.
Experience performing engineering calculations and contributing to technical design deliverables.
Proficiency with design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil3D).
Elementary proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial analysis and mapping.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts clearly and effectively to clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
Capability to take initiative on individual assignments while fostering effective collaboration within multidisciplinary project teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other engineering discipline that is eligible for PE licensure.
Experience preparing or supporting preliminary engineering reports (PERs), feasibility studies, or alternatives analyses.
Experience working with regulatory agencies and supporting permitting or compliance efforts for water and stormwater infrastructure.
Familiarity with hydraulic modeling applications for water distribution, stormwater, or other systems.
Active engagement in professional organizations (e.g., ASCE, AWRA, AWWA, or NGWA) demonstrates commitment to advancing the water resources profession.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance that includes a free health plan option for employee-only coverage.
Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parents.
Group term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term and long-term coverage – paid 100% by the company.
Paid holiday, vacation, and sick time.
Tuition reimbursement, financial assistance for professional licensure and registration, and one paid membership to a professional society.
Pet insurance, LegalShield, IDShield, and more.