Engineer I - Water Resources

Rk; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Student loan match

Wellness programs

Employee resource groups

Job summary

RK&K is seeking an Engineer to join our Water Resources team in Fairfax, VA. You will support multiple DOT and Municipal projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team across the company.

The role focuses on hydraulic and hydrology analysis, modeling, reports, and design using AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation, ORD, and GIS. Fresh graduates welcome with 0-2 years of experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Report to a Senior Project Manager; work with design team members, project engineers, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients.
• Provide office and site visit support for assigned and prospective projects.
• Assist with documentation, preliminary modeling, analysis, and due diligence in support of project pursuits.
• Model complex riverine systems and watersheds / storm sewer networks; develop improvement alternatives.
• Prepare drainage reports and hydraulic memoranda documenting analysis approach, findings, and recommendations.
• Assist with civil engineering plans using AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation, ORD, and GIS.
• Proactively grow in experience to lead tasks.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Civil/environmental engineering

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

ORD

ArcGIS

Hydrology/ hydraulics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

ORD

ArcGIS

ESRI software

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

RK&K is currently hiring an Engineer to join our growing Water Resources team inFairfax, VA. 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:

• Floodplain analysis, mapping, and flood mitigation
• Watershed planning and studies
• Closed storm system analysis and open channel designs
• Stormwater management facility design
• Erosion and sediment control

Essential Functions

• 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
• Report to a Senior Project Manager; 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
• Perform modeling of complex riverine systems and existing watersheds / storm sewer networks, and develop recommended improvement alternatives
• Prepare clear and concise drainage reports and hydraulic memoranda documenting analysis approach, findings, and recommendations
• Assist with civil engineering plans development using AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation, ORD, and GIS.
• Proactively grow in experience to lead tasks.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Systems 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

• Project experience related to hydraulic analysis of riverine systems and culvert/bridge stream crossings
• Experience performing field work in support of various water resources projects
• Experience with CAD, Microstation, ORD, ArcGIS and ESRI software
• Floodplain analysis utilizing HEC-RAS (1D) software
• Hydrologic analysis utilizing HEC-HMS 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
• Matching 401 (k) plan
• Student Loan Retirement Match Program
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Much, much more!

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.

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.