Water Resources Project Engineer I

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a mid-level Water Resources Engineer to join its Herndon Virginia office. This role is ideal for an engineer with 410 years of experience in water resources design and modeling who is looking to contribute to impactful infrastructure and transportation projects across Virginia.

The selected candidate will play a key role in stormwater management drainage design hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and erosion and sediment control design. This position works within a multi-disciplinary engineering team that supports major transportation and municipal infrastructure projects throughout the region.

The engineer will contribute to design development technical analysis and project coordination while also mentoring junior engineers and supporting the continued growth of the Water Resources discipline within the office.

Requirements

Engineering Design

• Develop drainage and stormwater management designs in accordance with project specifications and regulatory guidelines.
  

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software.
  

• Design erosion and sediment control plans for transportation and municipal projects.
  

• Analyze survey reports maps aerial photography and geospatial data to support project planning.
  

Technical Analysis

• Conduct watershed studies and hydrologic/hydraulic analysis.
  

• Perform modeling using software such as HEC-RAS HY-8 HydroCAD PCSWMM and TR-55/TR-20 methodologies.
  

• Develop engineering solutions compliant with Virginia stormwater regulations.
  

Project Coordination

• Assist in preparation of engineering reports plans specifications cost estimates and technical documentation.
  

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams on transportation and infrastructure projects.
  

• Coordinate with contractors consultants and government agencies.
  

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
  

• Assist with construction-phase engineering support.
  

• Manage time effectively across multiple concurrent engineering projects.
  

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering with a focus in Water Resources from an ABET-accredited program.
  

Experience

• 410 years of Water Resources engineering experience
  

• Experience working with local and state government clients
  

Licensing

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
  

Technical Expertise

• Hydrologic modeling using TR-55 TR-20 and Rational Method
  

• Hydraulic modeling using HEC-RAS HY-8 HydroCAD or similar tools
  

• Stormwater management and drainage design
  

• Erosion and sediment control design
  

Software

• MicroStation OpenRoads Designer
  

• HEC-RAS
  

• PCSWMM
  

• Hydrologic modeling software
  

• Microsoft Office
  

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication
  

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
  

• Strong time management and organizational skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience will be highly competitive:

• Virginia DEQ Certified Stormwater Management Combined Administrator
  

• Experience with VDOT standards and Locally Administered Projects (LAP)
  

• Experience using GIS software
  

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment (approximately 60%).
  

• Some field work is required including occasional outdoor site visits in various weather conditions.
  

• May require lifting up to 25 pounds during field assignments.
  

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health financial security and overall well-being. Eligible employees have access to the following benefits:

• Dental Insurance
  

• Vision Insurance
  

• Term Life Insurance (including dependent coverage)
  

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
  

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  

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