Civil and Water Resources Engineer

Trihydro Corporation; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentoring

Inclusive work environment

Paid time off

401(k) with discretionary match

Health insurance

Safety culture

Job summary

Trihydro Corporation seeks an entry-level Civil and Water Resources Engineer to join the Infrastructure and Natural Resources Business Unit. You will assist in developing solutions for municipalities, state agencies, and private clients, addressing civil infrastructure and water resource needs.

You will work in multidisciplinary teams to improve water supply, sanitary sewer, transportation, and stormwater systems. The role is full-time, approx.

Qualifications

• Entry-level civil engineering role with focus on water resources and infrastructure.
• Interest in civil infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, transportation, and water resources.
• Becoming professionally licensed (EIT/FE) within 6 months is anticipated.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical research and design calculations.
• Learn design and modeling software, draft figures, and prepare construction plan sets.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and prepare reports.
• Support field data collection and project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Recent graduate in civil engineering

EIT/FE aspirant

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SewerGems

GIS

Job description

Civil and Water Resources Engineer - (ENGINEER.50)

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Job Title

Civil and Water Resources Engineer

Job Type

Full-time

Location

Category

Bachelor's Degree

Entry Level

Job Description

Job Summary:
The Entry-level Civil and Water Resources Engineer role is a position within Trihydro’s Infrastructure and Natural Resources Business Unit. As a team member, you will assist with developing solutions for municipalities, state agencies, conservation and irrigation districts, and private clients, addressing civil infrastructure and water resource needs and improvements. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, you will assist in improving infrastructure systems, including water supply, sanitary sewer, transportation, and stormwater systems while supporting the assessment and development of water resources to meet agricultural, municipal, and industrial demands, as well as environmental objectives.

This full-time position requires approximately 40-45 hours per week. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing technical research and design calculations.
• Learning design and modeling software, drafting figures, and preparing construction plan sets.
• Performing assigned design tasks, quantity calculations, and construction cost estimates.
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
• Researching construction materials and contacting/coordinating with construction material suppliers.
• Preparing technical memorandums, design reports, and permitting applications.
• Conducting field data collection, performing site inspections and inventories, and performing construction observation, monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications:

• You are a recent graduate, new to civil engineering (minimal to no engineering design experience) and are looking for opportunities to build your technical foundation.
• You have experience with and/or are interested in civil infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, transportation, and water resources.
• Company culture is important to you, and you appreciate a work environment that prioritizes people, including mentoring and career growth opportunities.
• You value teamwork to achieve project goals.
• You are an engineer-in-training (E.I.T. or F.E.) or have plans to obtain your E.I.T. or F.E. within 6 months.
• You’re experienced in AutoCAD and Civil 3D or related CADD programs (not required, but this experience allows you to hit the ground running).
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SewerGems, GIS or other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software is preferred but not required.
• You possess strong technical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness; and a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
• Willingness to travel to client locations and other Trihydro offices.
• You understand the importance of time management and possess excellent organizational skills.

Engineers will focus on the following key performance areas during their first year:

1. Technical Learning and Task Execution:

• Performs assigned technical tasks under supervision using established procedures and guidance.
• Assists with preparation of technical deliverables (e.g., calculations, data collection, analyses, documentation).
• Demonstrates attention to accuracy, completeness, and quality in assigned work.
• Supports project teams by completing assigned tasks on time and as directed.
• Learns project workflows, documentation standards, and internal processes.

3. Communication and Professional Conduct:

• Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a willingness to learn.

4. Safety, Compliance, and Standards:

• Follows all safety procedures and company policies.

5. Learning and Development:

• Actively develops foundational technical skills and professional competencies.
• Demonstrate progress toward increased independence and responsibility.

What We Offer:

• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Mentoring and opportunities for professional advancement
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Paid time off including vacation, flex, sick, paid family medical leave, and holiday pay
• Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including a 6% discretionary match
• Comprehensive health insurance program (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
• Best-in-class safety culture

This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.

Trihydro is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because of a protected Veteran status.