Ecological Restoration Project Engineer I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K Retirement Plan

Career development

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson seeks a Project Engineer I to support ecological restoration projects in the Mid-Atlantic from Hunt Valley, MD. You will interpret project requirements, perform analyses, and prepare design documents under senior staff guidance for stream, wetland, and habitat restoration efforts.

The role emphasizes coordination with multidisciplinary teams, familiarity with permitting, and potential for career advancement within JMT's environmental services.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• 5–10 years' experience in ecological restoration/mitigation projects.
• Proficiency with design software MicroStation ORD and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, analyze, and design stream, wetland, and ecological restoration projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using Hec-Ras or similar tools.
• Analyze survey data, maps and imagery to support planning and design.
• Develop erosion control designs and restoration specifications.
• Prepare plans, specs, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate tasks with project team and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Project coordination

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

Survey data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering

Tools

MicroStation ORD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Category: Ecological Restoration

All Locations: Hunt Valley, MD

Tracking Code: 25875

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary:

Responsible for supporting engineering design and project delivery using established engineering principles and practices. Under the guidance of senior staff, this position interprets project requirements, performs technical analyses, prepares design documents, and coordinates assigned tasks with a moderate level of supervision.

JMT is seeking motivated professionals with an interest in ecological restoration, including the planning and design of stream, wetland, and habitat restoration projects and related natural resource services. This position primarily supports projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, with opportunities to contribute across JMT's broader geographic footprint. The Project Engineer I is expected to independently complete routine to moderately complex technical tasks, apply applicable regulatory and design guidance, and recognize when additional coordination or technical review is required.

The ideal candidate will be familiar with local, state, and federal permitting requirements, work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, communicate technical information through reports and drawings, and assist with marketing and proposal efforts supporting JMT's environmental services. This role offers a clear pathway for increasing technical responsibility and career advancement within JMT's ecological restoration practice.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assess, analyze, and design stream, wetland, and ecological restoration projects, including natural habitats and ecosystems.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis for open channels, bridges, culverts, and drainage systems using Hec-Ras or similar modeling software.
• Analyze and interpret survey data, maps, plans, aerial imagery, and topographic and geologic information to support project planning and design.
• Conduct alternatives analyses to evaluate design approaches and project feasibility.
• Develop erosion and sediment control designs, planting plans, and restoration specifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Design drainage infrastructure, including pipes, slopes, conveyance features, and outfalls.
• Prepare plans, specifications, technical reports, construction cost estimates, and permitting or construction documents.
• Complete designs in accordance with client requirements, applicable standards, and regulatory guidance, using industry standard design software.
• Apply general engineering principles and best practices to execute assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinate with internal project team members to meet established quality standards and project schedules.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance reviews in accordance with the Project Management Plan.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior staff or Design Engineers, as assigned.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Compensation

for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
• 5-10 years' experience in ecological restoration / mitigation projects
• Proficient in discipline specific design software (MicroStation ORD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Written and communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Professional Engineer License (preferred)
• Rosgen or similar level training
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods, i.e., Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
• 2-D Modeling experience

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Fieldwork is required on occasion, and work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 50 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.