Water Resources Engineer - Mid Level

About the role

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing resilience practice in Oakland, CA.

Responsibilities

• Prepares plans, specifications, and cost estimates, in support of final bid packages
• Prepares written and graphic reports and makes presentations
• Prepares various draft documents, including reports and technical memoranda
• Performs 1D and 2D riverine hydraulic modeling
• Performs numerical modeling in support of stormwater and drainage improvements projects
• Participates in design activities and meetings between project team members, subcontractors, and client managers
• Participates in project decisions regarding technical approaches, feasibility, cost, construction approaches, and scheduling performance
• Solves a wide range of issues in creative ways

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; required
• Master's Degree; preferred
• 6 or more years of experience; required
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in California or ability to obtain via reciprocity within twelve (12) months; required
• Has a wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with team members and project managers

Qualifications

• Background and/or experience with engineering analysis and design of various project types including a combination of:
• Floodplain mapping and floodplain management
• FEMA Floodplain Regulations and Standards
• Stormwater hydrology and hydraulic modeling; stormwater and drainage infrastructure permitting and design
• Watershed assessment & planning
• Urban flood risk and floodplain management
• Flood protection and resilience
• Low impact development/green infrastructure
• Preparing project scope and fee proposals
• Construction principles, including survey, inspection, and engineering methods and materials, and surveying methods and techniques
• Working knowledge of software programs and techniques, which should include:
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• HEC-RAS
• HEC-HMS
• SWMM/XPSWMM/PCSWMM
• Infoworks ICM
• ESRI GIS
• Microsoft Office

Skills

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Benefits

• Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
• Family coverage is available
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
• Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
• 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
• And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends

EEO Statement

• Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings