Water Resources Engineer

Overview

Join VHB’s expanding Water Resources team as a Water Resources Engineer and make a significant impact! We’re seeking a skilled professional to collaborate with our expert team on cutting-edge projects in hydrology and hydraulics analysis, culvert and bridge design, stream restoration, stormwater management, and resiliency efforts. You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions that drive sustainable development in water resources, ecological restoration, transportation, and environmental projects. If you’re passionate about making a difference and advancing your career, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Lead tasks under the supervision of the project manager on multi-disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, or stormwater design focus including interaction with staff and clients
• Develop 1-D and 2-D hydraulic models for project analysis and design
• Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications
• Prepare technical reports, plans and specifications
• Develop project proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues with them
• Mentor junior staff in both technical and professional aspects
• Responsible for project task management including task financial performance

Qualifications

• BS in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources engineering or related discipline
• Min 3-5 years professional experience
• Experience preparing design plans & specifications, and preparing technical reports
• Experience with task management and people management/mentoring
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling preferred
• Experience with geomorphic evaluation and stream simulation design
• EIT or PE licensure preferred
• Proficiency with relevant software including HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Microsoft Word and Excel