Water Resources Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Analyze project requirements, site limitations, geotechnical data, and survey information, converting them into digital formats using QGIS and HEC-RAS software.

• Create and implement hydrologic and hydraulic engineering models with minimal oversight.

• Support design teams with engineering calculations for culverts, stormwater management systems, and drainage channels.

• Enhance tracker grading designs to reduce earthwork and refine site design.

• Generate hydrology reports and water resource data for stormwater documentation.

• Review and conduct quality control assessments on the work of Engineering Associate I.

• Perform peer reviews of engineering outputs.

• Leverage Bluebeam and other tools for quality assurance and control.

• Investigate and examine state and local codes, ordinances, and permitting requirements.

• Employ engineering principles in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.

• Assist with stormwater reports, hydrology documentation, model result mapping, and digital file preparation for client delivery.

• Ensure analyses and deliverables are in accordance with project scopes, regulatory standards, and client expectations.

• Act as a technical resource for junior staff and aid in training junior engineers.

• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to tackle technical challenges and coordinate project activities.

• Engage in ongoing technical and professional development.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• At least 1 year of experience in civil engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, or a related area.

• Proficient in ArcMap or QGIS for data processing and map creation.

• Familiar with HEC-RAS or similar hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software.

• Strong grasp of engineering principles associated with hydrology, hydraulics, drainage, and stormwater management.

• Experience in interpreting and applying engineering standards, as well as state and local codes, ordinances, and permitting regulations.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for project documentation and reporting.

• Familiarity with Bluebeam for quality control reviews, markups, and redlining.

• Capable of interpreting project requirements and applying local, state, and federal regulations to engineering analyses with minimal supervision.

• Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

• Effective problem-solving skills, capable of researching technical challenges and independently developing practical engineering solutions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear explanation of technical concepts to colleagues and clients.

• A collaborative approach and readiness to guide junior engineers as technical experience grows.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical through United Healthcare/UMR)

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• STD (Short-Term Disability) and LTD (Long-Term Disability) Insurance

• Life Insurance

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

• Paid Time Off

• 401k Match

• Choice Benefit

• Flexible Work Time

• Performance-Based Bonus

• Point-Based Recognition

• Parental Benefits

• Referral Bonus

• Certification Bonus

• Hybrid / Remote Culture

• Mentorship and opportunities for professional development

• Opportunities to take on increasing responsibility