Engineer II - Water Resources

RK&K; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Career development

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our Baltimore, MD office. You will design and analyze drainage and stormwater systems, erosion control, watershed studies, and bridge hydraulics across major projects from interstates to water quality and flood mitigation.

Essential functions include preparing construction plans, reports, environmental permit drawings, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The role offers hybrid work and growth opportunities at RK&K.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Civil Water Resources or Transportation Engineering.
• Working knowledge of basic hydrologic and hydraulic principles.
• EIT or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with MicroStation/AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver water resource projects including drainage design and flood studies.
• Evaluate bridge hydraulics and scour countermeasures.
• Delineate drainage basins.
• Design erosion and sediment control systems.
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, design reports, and environmental permit drawings.
• Support field investigations.
• Collaborate with other disciplines on design challenges.

Skills

Hydrology/Hydraulics

Communication skills

Teamwork

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Open Roads Designer

Job description

RK&K's Water Resources group is growing! We are hiring a Water Resources Engineer to join our team in our Baltimore, Maryland office. As a Water Resources Engineer for RK&K you will be responsible for the design and analysis of Drainage/Stormwater Management systems; Erosion and Sediment Control; Hydrology/Hydraulics; and Watershed Studies. Projects will include, but not be limited to major interstates/interchanges, roadway widenings, water quality, flood mitigation, environmental restoration, and bridge hydraulics.

Essential Functions

• Proactively deliver a wide range of water resource projects including drainage design, flood studies, watershed plans, erosion/sediment control plans, scour analysis, outfall stabilization/ stream restoration plans, and other related projects in accordance with the scope, schedule, and budget set by the project manager
• Evaluate bridge hydraulics and scour countermeasures
• Delineate drainage basins
• Design erosion and sediment control systems
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, design reports, technical memoranda, and miscellaneous contract documents
• Prepare environmental permit drawings, applications, and reports
• Support field investigations/evaluations when required.
• Work with other disciplines on creative solutions to design challenges

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
• Two (2) + years of experience in Civil Water Resources or Transportation Engineering
• Working knowledge of basic hydrologic and hydraulic principles
• EIT or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Experience with MicroStation/AutoCAD
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with SWMM, HY-8, TR-55, TR-20, or other related software
• Familiarity with HEC-RAS, HY-8, Flo-2D, StormCAD or other related software
• Experience with Open Roads Designer is a bonus

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and 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)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• 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.

Salary range: $85,000 - $98,000