Water Resource Engineer

We are seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our Water Resources Team within the Chantilly, VA office to work on stormwater design projects supporting new and redevelopment initiatives. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth in a work atmosphere that emphasizes teamwork and strives for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Produce final construction documents.
• Conduct site visits to gather data and assess conditions.
• Develop local and state permit applications.
• Prepare technical reports and research regulatory codes, manuals, and standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure project success.
• Design various types of stormwater management facilities, including bioretentions, green roofs, permeable pavements, stormwater ponds, manufactured treatment devices, and underground detention facilities.
• Develop and execute stormwater operation and maintenance programs for entities owning large stormwater management assets.
• Model and analyze local and FEMA floodplains for existing conditions and proposed alteration condition studies.
• Design large culvert/bridge crossings and analyze and permit state-regulated dams.
• Perform dam breach inundation studies, operation and maintenance permitting, alteration permits, emergency action plan development and execution, annual dam inspections, and other dam-related activities.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a similar field.
• Minimum of 6-10+ years of civil or water resources engineering experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred) and H&H modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-1, HY-8, Flowmaster.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License or ability to obtain one.

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with ArcMap or similar GIS software.
• Engineer-in-Training certification preferred.

This role is based in a collaborative work environment that prioritizes personal and professional growth. Employees are offered significant opportunities for development, including tuition reimbursement, certification reimbursement, and training. Yearly bonuses and compensation reviews are conducted based on individual and company performance. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; and a 401(k) Plan. Continuing education incentives and numerous opportunities for career advancement are also available.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Tuition Reimbursement
Yearly Performance bonuses (based on company and individual performance)
Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
Competitive vacation and holiday schedule

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chantilly,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 4, 2025.

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