Engineer I - Water Resources

Rk; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work (home and office)

Paid time off

Health , dental , vision , life and di

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RK&K in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Engineer to join our Water Resources team. You will support multiple DOT and Municipal projects, working with a multidisciplinary group across the firm to deliver quality drainage and hydraulics work.

This role provides hands-on experience with CAD, Civil3D, MicroStation, and GIS, plus opportunities for professional growth, client service excellence, and collaboration across offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 0–2 years of water resources engineering experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Knowledge of hydrologic & hydraulic methods and analysis tools.
• Coursework in Fluid Mechanics, Water Resources Engineering, or Urban Hydraulics & Hydrology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support DOT and Municipal projects as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with drainage reports and hydraulic memoranda.
• Develop civil plans using Civil3D, MicroStation, and GIS.
• Collaborate with design team members, project engineers, drafters, and clients.
• Provide office and site visit support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

CAD

MicroStation

ArcGIS

ESRI software

Job description

RK&K is currently hiring an Engineer to join our growing Water Resources team in Baltimore, MD. This is an excellent opportunity for you to take the next step in your career. On our Water Resources team, you will support multiple DOT and Municipal projects, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals throughout our entire company.

Types of water resources projects include, but are not limited to:

• Closed storm system analysis and open channel designs
• Stormwater management facility design
• Erosion and sediment control
• Floodplain analysis, mapping, and flood mitigation
• Preparation of engineering plans and estimates
• Deliver world class solutions to our existing portfolio of public/private sector water resources customers
• Proactively deliver a wide range of water resource projects in accordance with the scope, schedule, and budget set by the Project Manager
• Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness
• Meet and work directly with other design team members, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients
• Provide office and site visit support for assigned and prospective projects
• Assist with the development of necessary documentation and preliminary modeling, analysis, and due diligence in support of project pursuits
• Prepare clear and concise drainage reports and hydraulic memoranda documenting analysis approach, findings, and recommendations
• Assist with civil engineering plans development using AutoDesk Civil3D, MicroStation, and GIS.
• Proactively grow in experience to lead tasks.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Coursework in Fluid Mechanics, Water Resources Engineering, and/or Urban Hydraulics and Hydrology
• Zero (0) – Two (2) years of experience in water resources engineering
• Knowledge of commonly-used hydrologic and hydraulic computational methodologies and analysis tools/trends
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience performing field work for in support of various water resources projects
• Experience with CAD, Microstation , ArcGIS and ESRI software

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellentpotentialforcareer advancementand professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Health , dental , vision , life and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $41.50 / hour

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, location, and other job-related factors.

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RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD.) Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website at www.varelay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual within our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900.