Water Resources Engineer

Jobs/Water Resources Engineer Water Resources Engineer HR Green McHenry, IL $107k–$181k Posted about 2 hours ago Apply faster with the Jobply extension Auto-fills this application on Workday, Greenhouse, Lever & 50+ ATS systems — you review before submitting Add to Chrome — Freeor apply with Jobply → Skills AutoCAD Civil 3DStream restorationEcological restorationFlood controlStorm sewer designWater main infrastructureCivil engineeringCorridor models Benefits ✓Employee ownership✓Performance-based bonus✓401(k) match✓Medical, dental, vision✓Tuition reimbursement✓Parental leave✓Volunteer days✓Flexible career paths Job Description Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. Our people are the heart of our success. We've earned national recognition, including being named a Great Place to Work and consistently ranking on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms in the United States and we're still growing! Summary At HR Green, we help communities grow and thrive through thoughtful infrastructure solutions. As our Water Resources team expands its focus on ecological design and restoration, we’re looking for a Water Resources Engineer to bring technical expertise and help shape complex, innovative solutions. In this role, you’ll serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert on projects ranging from large-scale flood control to stream restoration. You’ll collaborate closely with our in-house ecologists and multidisciplinary engineering teams to take a holistic approach to project challenges — integrating ecological restoration with the practical infrastructure needs of grading, utilities, storm sewer, and culvert and bridge improvements. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging, highly visible projects, help grow an evolving area of our practice, and contribute to work that advances the conversation within the industry. You’ll lead the technical work and guide project teams without the expectation of business development or owning client relationships. Strong communication skills and the ability to share ideas and communicate technical concepts with clients are a plus, but direct client management is not a core responsibility. Why This Role Stands Out Help shape the future of our Water Resources practice as we expand our focus on ecological design and restorationWork on complex, high-impact stream restoration projects that go beyond traditional flood mitigationTake a holistic approach to projects, combining ecological restoration with grading, utilities, storm sewer, and culvert and bridge improvementsCollaborate closely with in-house ecologists and multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop solutions that balance infrastructure, environmental, and community needsSolve challenging, highly visible technical problems and contribute to innovative work that may be shared at industry conferencesServe as a technical leader and subject matter expert without the expectation of business development or sales responsibilitiesMentor engineers and help build technical expertise as this area of our practice continues to grow What You’ll Do Lead and perform complex technical work for water resources and civil infrastructure projectsServe as a technical subject matter expert on projects involving stream restoration, large-scale flood control, heavy earthwork, grading, bridge and culvert replacement, and utility infrastructureHelp develop practical, innovative solutions that integrate ecological restoration with civil and infrastructure designProvide technical expertise related to large-diameter storm sewer and water main designGuide technical project approach, engineering analysis, design, and problem-solving from planning through constructionDevelop and review engineering calculations, reports, plans, specifications, and other technical deliverablesSupport project planning, permitting, and regulatory coordination, including preparing and obtaining permits with agencies such as IDOT and the Illinois EPAProvide technical leadership and direction to project teams throughout design and constructionCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including in-house ecologists, to coordinate technical solutions across project disciplinesLead or support QA/QC processes and uphold design and quality standardsHelp identify and resolve complex technical challengesMentor and guide engineers and project staff, supporting their technical growth and developmentCommunicate technical concepts and recommendations clearly with project teams and, when needed, clients and project stakeholders What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field+10 years of experience in civil engineering, water resources, land development, or related infrastructure designProfessional Engineer (PE) license requiredProficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including experience developing and working with corridor models for complex grading and linear infrastructure projectsExperience with one or more of the following: stream restoration, ecological restoration, large-scale flood control, heavy earthwork, grading, bridge or culvert replacement, large-diameter storm sewer, water main infrastructure, or similar civil infrastructure projectsStrong understanding of site and civil design principles, with the versatility to apply technical expertise across a range of project typesExperience supporting projects involving public agencies and regulatory permitting, including IDOT and Illinois EPA requirementsDemonstrated ability to lead complex technical work and provide engineering guidance to project teamsStrong technical judgment and problem-solving skillsExperience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other engineersStrong communication skills; experience communicating technical ideas directly with clients and stakeholders is a plus, but not required Why HR Green? Not Only Does HR Green Provide You With a Place To Grow, Thrive, And Enjoy Your Work, But We Are Also Dedicated To Delivering a Comprehensive And Multi-faceted Benefits Package, Including: Employee ownership opportunitiesPerformance-based bonus programTraditional and Roth 401(k) plans with immediate employer-match vestingMedical, dental, and vision coverageTuition reimbursement and professional development supportPaid parental leaveTwo paid volunteer days each yearFlexible career paths and advancement opportunitiesA collaborative culture that values technical excellence, innovation, teamwork, and professional growth Visit our website for detailed Total Rewards information. Compensation Range $107,350.00 - 180,600.00 The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Salary Transparency amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, skills, prior work experience, competencies, and geographic work location. The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate, after a qualifying period, in our performance and discretionary incentive bonus program(s). HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Stop filling out the same form 100 times. Install the free Jobply Chrome extension and auto-apply to Water Resources Engineer and 300,000+ other live jobs across Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, and 50+ other ATS systems. 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