Civil Engineer - Hydrology/Hydraulics, PE

Pickering Firm, Inc.; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Pickering seeks an experienced Civil Engineer – Hydrology/Hydraulics for our Flowood, MS office to join diverse teams on transportation, drainage, watershed, and water resources projects.

The successful candidate will lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, design and project delivery, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and interact with clients. PE licensure and 5–10 years in water resources are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental/Biological Engineering is required.
• 5–10 years of relevant engineering experience focusing on hydrology, hydraulics, drainage and water resources.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is required.
• Experience performing hydrologic/hydraulic analyses and design for roadway drainage, bridges and floodplain analyses.
• Strong knowledge of modelling software including SMS/SRH-2D, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, HEC-HMS, and related tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical reports and client engagement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel for reports and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design for transportation, drainage, and water resources projects.
• Conduct bridge hydraulic analyses, scour evaluations, and floodplain studies.
• Design road drainage systems including stormwater facilities.
• Develop and review hydrologic/hydraulic models using industry-standard software.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, maps, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and clients; support permitting activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project tasks and deliverables.

Skills

Hydrologic analysis

Hydraulic analysis

Project management

Client interaction

Coordination

Technical reports

Communication

MS Office

Teamwork

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental/Biological Engineering

Tools

SMS/SRH-2D

HEC-RAS 1D/2D

HEC-HMS

HY-8

FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox

ArcGIS

MicroStation

OpenRoads

GEOPAK

Civil 3D

StormCAD

Job description

Pickering has an immediate career opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer – Hydrology/Hydraulics in our Flowood office. This position will work with engineers, multidisciplinary project teams, team leaders, and clients on a variety of transportation, drainage, watershed, and water resources projects.

The successful candidate will take an active role in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and design, project delivery, multidisciplinary coordination, and client interaction. This position offers an opportunity to expand technical and project management responsibilities, provide guidance to junior engineers, and contribute to the continued growth of Pickering’s H&H capabilities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental/Biological Engineering
• Experience: 5–10 years of relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in hydrology, hydraulics, drainage, and water resources
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Technical Experience: Demonstrated experience performing hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design, including experience with roadway drainage, bridge and culvert hydraulics, stormwater management, and floodplain analysis
• H&H Modeling: Strong working knowledge of SMS/SRH-2D, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and communicating technical information to project teams and clients
• Microsoft Office: Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for preparation and review of technical reports, engineering calculations, and spreadsheets
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently apply engineering judgment to technical assignments
• Organization: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and technical deliverables simultaneously
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SMS/SRH-2D, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, HEC-HMS, HY-8, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox, ArcGIS, and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis software
• Experience with MicroStation, Bentley OpenRoads, GEOPAK, Autodesk Civil 3D, StormCAD, or similar engineering design software
• Experience with DOT and municipal transportation and drainage projects
• Experience with NRCS watershed projects, including PL-566 projects
• Experience with FEMA and floodplain studies
• Project and task management experience
• Experience coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies
• Experience providing technical guidance or mentorship to junior engineers

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design for transportation, drainage, and water resources projects
• Perform bridge hydraulic analyses, scour evaluations, stream stability assessments, and floodplain studies
• Perform roadway drainage design, including storm drainage systems, channels, culverts, and stormwater management facilities
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for NRCS watershed projects, including PL-566 projects
• Develop and review hydrologic and hydraulic models using SMS/SRH-2D, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, HEC-HMS, and other industry-standard modeling software
• Perform watershed plans and evaluations, alternatives analyses, and support development of conceptual designs for water resources projects
• Prepare and review technical reports, engineering calculations, spreadsheets, drainage maps, construction plans, specifications, cost estimates and other project documentation
• Perform field investigations, data collection, and permitting activities
• Coordinate H&H design with roadway, structural, geotechnical, environmental, and other project disciplines
• Coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies and support project permitting
• Manage project tasks, schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Assist with project management and client relationship activities
• Perform and coordinate field investigations and data collection, as needed