Engineer (EIT) - Water Resources

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonuses

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Houston Engineering seeks a Water Resources Engineer to join our Iowa City, IA team. The role emphasizes hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of rural watersheds and riverine systems, GIS data processing, and supporting flood risk projects.

Responsibilities include field investigations, FEMA-compliant studies, and use of HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD/Civil 3D. Travel across the state may be required to support project management and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering with water resources emphasis.
• 0–3 years of Civil Engineering experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of rural watersheds and riverine systems.
• Process GIS data to support modeling efforts.
• Prepare floodplain and watershed studies following FEMA standards.
• Execute GIS-based flood risk modeling using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM.
• Utilize ArcGIS and extensions for flood risk mapping and project needs.
• Support Stormwater design projects and evaluate design approaches; travel within the state as needed.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

GIS

Communication

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Civil Engineering with water resources emphasis

BS in Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering with water resources emphasis

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

ArcGIS

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

As a progressive firm, we are seeking team members who have a passion for growth and innovation. At HEI, we empower team members to foster professional development and maximize your potential. The challenge and opportunity you seek can be found at Houston Engineering!

We are currently seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our team in Iowa City, IA.

Job Description

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of rural watersheds and riverine systems andprocess GIS data necessary to support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling efforts.
• Support field investigations including the collection and analysis of data used to support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
• Prepare floodplain and watershed studies in compliance with FEMA standards and specifications.
• Execute GIS-based one dimensional and two-dimensional flood risk modeling software application such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS and SWMM.
• Efficiently work with ArcGIS software and extensions in support of flood risk modeling and mapping and other water resources project needs.
• Support Stormwater design projects and evaluate the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and regulatory agency specifications or regulations.

Likely project areas include civil engineering and watershed projects, water resources studies, public drainage system repairs, hydrologic modeling and storm water planning. Candidate must be willing to travel throughout the state/region for project meetings and project management related activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering with water resources emphasis.
• 0-3 years of experience in Civil Engineering
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Some experience with hydrological and hydraulic modeling software is preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D and ArcGIS is helpful.
• Familiarity with stormwater management, earthwork, and grading plans helpful.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, and clients.
• Superior task management skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, following up, and keeping project information organized.
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills.

Additional Information

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay, annual bonuses, paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays; parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA & FSAs, flexible schedule, annual HEI logo apparel and more.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability