Design Engineer - Water Resources

ZipRecruiter; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton & Menk is seeking a Design Engineer, EIT, to join their Water Resources team in Rochester. This role involves supporting stormwater quality and drainage design projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and CAD skills. Join a top workplace to make a meaningful impact on community infrastructure.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan with overtime options

Discretionary bonuses

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on water resources.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months.
• Working knowledge of CAD and design software.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities.
• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for storm drain systems.
• Field work may include SWPPP inspections and site visits.

Skills

Working knowledge of CAD

Drainage modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Certified Engineer-in-Training

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

XPSWMM

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

Job Description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Water Resources team in our Rochester office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

This is an opportunity to support a variety of interesting and complex stormwater quality, drainage design, and modeling projects for our growing list of municipal, watershed, and private clients throughout the Midwest and beyond. We are looking to add a Design Engineer who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities!

As a design engineer with Bolton & Menk, you will support a team of engineers providing technical analysis, drainage design, plan development, and modeling to take your projects from preliminary design through construction. This position is open to December 2024 or May 2025 graduates or an EIT with 1-3 years of experience.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on water resources related projects
• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for municipal storm drain systems and stormwater treatment
• Assist with CAD production of storm drain improvements, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs)
• Assist Project Engineers with NPDES and MS4 compliance and Watershed district permitting and coordination
• Assist with producing project drainage plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates
• Develop regional stormwater plans and/or floodplain modeling and analysis
• Assist with design and permitting for Stream Restoration and Wetland Restoration projects
• Field work may include SWPPP inspections, infiltration testing, field measurements, site visits, and/or construction observation, including interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, and City staff

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on water resources or bio-systems engineering, or equivalent program from an accredited college
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software (i.e., AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation)
• Ability to learn and utilize drainage modeling and design software (XPSWMM, AutoDesk Storm & Sanitary, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS)
• Possess a valid driver’s license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on years of experience and credentials.

Bolton & Menk is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. Bolton & Menk reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits and compensation, depending on circumstances not related to protected applicant status.

Supporting Our Employees

There’s life at work and outside of work. Bolton & Menk offers a variety of benefit programs and amenities to support you and your family throughout different life stages.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation plan with overtime options
• Discretionary bonuses
• Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
• 401(k) Match Program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Six paid holidays
• Two floating personal holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Health, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending account

Why Bolton & Menk?

Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. We pride ourselves on community involvement and designing infrastructure that serves all people. With over 1,000 employees across more than 35 locations, we serve more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history at https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/.

Our Benefits

We value our people and offer an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package, including flexible schedules and career development opportunities. More information is available at https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party agencies without prior approval from our Talent Acquisition team. External candidates must be submitted through approved channels.

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.