Entry-Level Hydrologist — Stormwater & GI Modeling

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Ownership mindset

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Strong culture

Job summary

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc. is seeking an entry-level Hydrologist (0-5 years) for our Water discipline in MA or NH offices. The role emphasizes hydrologic/hydraulic modeling with urban stormwater focus, using HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM.

You will conduct surface water analyses, support stormwater design, perform field measurements, and travel regionally to client sites. A BS in engineering is required; MS and GIS experience are a plus, and EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.
• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering is a plus.
• EIT or ability to pass exam within six months is preferred.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling is preferred.
• Experience with GIS analyses and mapping is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses and computer-aided evaluations of surface water systems (watersheds, rivers, lakes).
• Model and support design of stormwater BMPs, green infrastructure, and LID projects.
• Prepare Letter of Map Revision applications.
• Become proficient with HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM.
• Work independently and communicate results to a multidisciplinary team.
• Prepare clear written and verbal summaries for technical and lay audiences.
• Conduct field work to gather measurements supporting surface water model development.
• Travel to client meetings and project sites within New England, mid-Atlantic, and Carolinas.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Written & verbal communication

Willingness to travel

Independent work

Education

BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering

MS in Civil/Environmental Engineering (preferred)

EIT (preferred)

Tools

HydroCAD

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

PCSWMM

GIS software

Job description

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc. is seeking an entry-level Hydrologist (0-5 years) for our Water discipline in MA or NH offices. The role emphasizes hydrologic/hydraulic modeling with urban stormwater focus, using HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM.

You will conduct surface water analyses, support stormwater design, perform field measurements, and travel regionally to client sites. A BS in engineering is required; MS and GIS experience are a plus, and EIT is preferred.