[Remote] Senior Water Resources Engineer
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. WRA, Inc. is an employee-owned environmental consultancy seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join their Riverscapes and Shorelines Team. The role focuses on leading river restoration design projects, collaborating with clients, and mentoring staff while managing various water resources initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Leading and conducting river restoration-reputed company design projects
- Collaborating with other senior staff to propose on and win work with existing and new clients
- Training and mentoring staff with diverse reputed company sets and backgrounds
- Project Management
- Specialization in the following:
- Hydrologic analysis using a combination of software (HEC-HMS, TR-55, SWMM, or similar)
- Hydraulic analysis using a combination of software (HEC-RAS, MIKE, FHWA SMS, HY-8, Hydraulic ToolBox, etc)
- Developing construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates for water resources projects
- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Skills
- A minimum of 15 years of professional experience
- A Bachelor's degree in civil, agricultural, or environmental engineering, or reputed company field with an emphasis on water resources
- A professional Civil Engineering license from the state of California with the ability to obtain licensure in Oregon and other states as needed
- Familiarity with natural systems and a thorough understanding of river restoration
- To be physically capable of walking on rough, sloped terrain and licensed to drive for field visits and construction observations
- An eagerness to work collaboratively with coworkers who are mostly working remotely
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Experience with reputed company Floodplain Development (CLOMR/LOMR) permitting; Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification a plus
- Graduate degree in engineering or physical sciences
- Advanced training in reputed company restoration
- Sediment transport modeling
- Watershed master planning
- Business Development
- Project Management
Benefits
- Hybrid work model with choice to work in person or remotely
- WRA has fleet vehicles that can be reserved for field use
- Flexible policies and internal practices prioritizing learning and sustainability
- Programs that allow employees to prioritize their families, reputed company healthy and balanced lives, and bring their authentic selves to work
- Employee programs to support staff’s collective engagement and reputed company
- Commitment to building a diverse, reputed company, and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities to discuss leveling and compensation during the interview process
- Employee ownership reputed company encouraged
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