Engineer III, IV, or PE

St Johns River Water Management District; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Holidays and wellness program

Job summary

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking Engineer III, IV, or PE level professionals to support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of flood protection and water-control infrastructure in northeast and east-central Florida.

This role emphasizes data analysis, telemetry, SCADA coordination, field inspections, and project leadership. Ideal candidates have strong skills in hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, Excel-based tools, and clear technical communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, civil, hydraulic, agricultural or water resource engineering.
• Four years engineering experience directly related to the field for Engineer III; six years or PE license for Engineer IV.

Responsibilities

• Analyze hydraulic, hydrologic, operational, and telemetry data; develop reports and dashboards.
• Support telemetry and SCADA data collection, alarms, and configuration reviews.
• Conduct site visits to flood protection structures and related facilities to ensure readiness.
• Operate gates and pumping systems; coordinate water-control activities with staff and partners.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specs, and reports; sign/seal when licensed.
• Inspect water-control structures and assess condition, reliability, risks, and repairs.
• Maintain emergency plans, spill prevention actions, and flood-control procedures.
• Represent the District in meetings and coordinate with agencies on operations.

Skills

Hydraulic analysis

Hydrologic analysis

Telemetry & SCADA

Technical communication

Field coordination

Data visualization

Report writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental/civil/water resources

Tools

SCADA systems

Telemetry systems

Excel

GIS

Job description

Bureau of District Projects/Const Full Time-Regular JACKSONVILLE, Jacksonville, FL, US

Engineer III, IV or PE

DIVISION OF ENGINEERING

Two positions will be filled from this posting .

Make an Impact on Florida's Water Resources

The St. Johns River Water Management District is an environmental agency whose work is focused on ensuring a long-term supply of drinking water, and to protect and restore the health of water bodies in the District’s 18 counties in northeast and east-central Florida.

Enjoy work-life balance in a professional culture with competitive pay and benefits.

The District is seeking engineers to support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of flood protection and water control infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in water resources engineering, infrastructure operations, and project management, with strong skills in data analysis, telemetry and SCADA systems, technical communication, and coordination of field activities and emergency response.

What You'll Do

• Analyze hydraulic, hydrologic, operational, and telemetry data; establish quality checks and resolve data gaps. Develop advanced spreadsheets and decision-support tools and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for public web displays.
• Support telemetry and SCADA systems by reviewing data, alarms, and configuration records and coordinating troubleshooting and upgrades with vendors and integrators.
• Perform periodic field activities including site visits to flood protection structures, panels, telemetry cabinets, pump stations, gated structures, and levee systems ensuring operational readiness. Develop deficiency list(s) for repairs as required. Assist with development of summary reports. Review operational and telemetry data to identify trends, anomalies, and performance issues and prepare summary analyses and reports.
• Operate lift gates, pump stations, overshot gates, and pumping systems as assigned; coordinate water control activities with District staff and partner agencies.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, scopes of work, permit applications, and technical reports; direct consultants and contractors. Sign and seal documents when licensed and assigned.
• Inspect water control structures, levees , and supporting civil, mechanical, electrical, telemetry, control, and backup power systems for condition, reliability, risk, and readiness. Investigate deficiencies, recommend improvements, and track repairs and corrective actions through completion.
• Maintain levee and dam Emergency Action Plans, diesel and alum tank inventories, and annual Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plans. Develop and maintain flood control protocols, guidelines, operating procedures, readiness criteria, inspection and testing plans, system diagrams, and asset records.
• Represent the District in technical meetings, brief management on findings and recommendations, and coordinate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on federal flood control project operations and maintenance.
• Support storm and high-water operations including pre-event preparation, monitoring, emergency operations, and post-event assessments; recommend timely operational actions. Coordinate with management, technical and communications staff, agencies, and the public in support of state and local emergency management.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical direction on flood control operations, inspections, reporting, and engineering projects.

Key Skills for Success

• Applying civil, environmental, and water resources engineering principles to flood protection and water control projects.
• Engineering design, permitting, and construction management for infrastructure operation, maintenance, and improvements.
• Planning and coordinating complex projects, schedules, budgets, and workloads.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, system diagrams, and operating procedures.
• Evaluating hydrologic, operational, and SCADA data to identify trends, data gaps, and system performance issues.
• Using advanced Microsoft Excel functions and programming to organize data, perform analyses, and develop operational reports.
• Using Microsoft Office, GIS, and project management tools to support technical work and project delivery.
• Preparing clear technical reports, inspection findings, emergency plans, and presentations.
• Communicating technical information, facilitating decisions, and coordinating with staff, contractors, vendors, agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while following direction, established procedures, and District priorities.
• Apply sound technical judgment to engineering, operational, and project challenges.
• Understand and apply the relationships among river hydrology, water storage, flood protection, and water control structures.
• Conduct timely field inspections, recognize operational deficiencies, and develop clear findings and recommended actions.
• Organize competing priorities, coordinate resources, and follow projects and assignments through completion.
• Interpret engineering and operational information and translate analyses into practical recommendations.
• Explain technical issues clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences, orally and in writing.
• Provide technical guidance and build effective, courteous working relationships across disciplines and agencies.
• Adapt to changing priorities and field conditions, including storm and high-water events.
• Work collaboratively to support routine water control operations, emergency preparation, response, and post-event assessments.

What You'll Bring | Minimum Qualifications

Engineer III – requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental, civil, hydraulic, agricultural or water resource engineering and four years engineering experience directly related to the field in which the position is assigned.

Engineer IV – requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental, civil, hydraulic, agricultural or water resource engineering and six years engineering experience directly related to the field in which the position is assigned; or State of Florida as a Professional Engineer license.

An advanced degree may substitute for a portion of the required experience.

Professional Engineer – State of Florida Professional Engineer license; candidate licensed in another state must be able to obtain Florida licensure within one year of employment.

Work is performed in an office and at flood protection structures and other District facilities. The position requires travel and field work, sometimes in adverse or extreme weather, environmental conditions, and remote locations. Work outside normal business days, including weekends and holidays, may be required, especially during extreme hydrologic conditions. Some overnight travel may be required.

Location

Palatka, Jacksonville or Palm Bay

Licenses

Valid State of Florida Driver’s License.

A State of Florida Professional Engineer license is required when filled at the Professional Engineer level. Candidate licensed in another state must be able to obtain Florida licensure within one year of employment.

Salary is based on qualifications and experience.

Why Join Us?

In addition to meaningful work and opportunities for professional growth, benefits include:

• Health and dental insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid leave and holidays
• Wellness program
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Your application will receive careful consideration. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted to schedule an appointment.

The St. Johns River Water Management District participates in E-Verify. Certain service members, veterans, and qualifying spouses and family members receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans’ Preference/Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace