Experienced Water Resources Engineer or Scientist

Geosyntec Consultants; California, Rancho Cordova (MO, CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer or Scientist to join their dynamic team in California. This role offers the opportunity to engage in innovative projects focused on sustainable groundwater management and urban stormwater solutions. Collaborate with industry experts while tackling complex environmental challenges. The firm is renowned for its technical leadership and commitment to exceptional client service, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in water resources, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 7+ years in civil engineering or environmental consulting.
• Track record in client management and technical leadership.
• Project experience with water resources and groundwater.

Responsibilities

• Develop water resource studies, including groundwater recharge.
• Lead project teams for surface and groundwater investigations.
• Prepare technical reports and interact with clients.

Skills

Client Management

Technical Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Hydrology Analysis

Groundwater Recharge

Water Conveyance

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Grant Writing

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental or Civil Engineering

Advanced Degree in Related Field

Professional Registration (P.E., P.G.)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Experienced Water Resources Engineer or Scientist

Primary Location

US-CA-Fresno

ID

2024-2934

Category

Water Resources

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Remote

No

Additional Location

US-CA-Rancho Cordova

Overview

If you're looking for a place to grow your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic innovative firm, tackle challenging project work, and collaborate with industry-recognized professionals - Geosyntec is the place for you!

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Water Resources Engineer or Scientist in our Fresno or Sacramento California office to support our growing water resources practice. In this position, you will work on complex projects involving innovative sustainable groundwater management, water markets, groundwater recharge facilities, water conveyance, sustainable green infrastructure, planning, studies, and urban stormwater management.

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Developing water resource engineering and management studies, including groundwater recharge and water conveyance;
• Evaluating data on hydrology, groundwater, water quality, and water demand in the context of water supply management;
• Leading multi-disciplinary project teams for surface water and groundwater field investigations;
• Reviewing state and federal regulations & permits pertaining to groundwater and surface water;
• Performing and overseeing detailed hydrologic and hydraulic studies and preparing technical reports;
• Interacting with client representatives;
• Task and project-level responsibility for scoping, performing, managing and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments;
• Supporting construction documents, including engineering drawings and technical specifications;
• Consistent with our sell-manage-do business model, play a role supporting lead generation, business development, staff development, and mentoring; and
• Help broaden our reputation via publishing and visibility at prominent industry conferences.

Education and Licensure

Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering, natural resources science, environmental science or a closely related field. (required)
Advanced degree in environmental or civil engineering, natural resources science, environmental science or a closely related field. (preferred)
Professional registration (i.e., P.E., P.G. CPESC, CPSWG). (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years (8+ years preferred) of experience in civil engineering or working in an environmental consulting environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• An outstanding track record in client management and technical leadership. (preferred)
• Project experience involving water resources, SGMA, groundwater recharge, or water conveyance. (preferred)
• Excellent writing and communication skills. (required)
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred)
• Experience with grant writing. (preferred)
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
• Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
• Field work and overnight travel may be required.

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $91,505/year / Maximum Salary: $166,535/year (Fresno)
• Minimum Salary: $95,865/year / Maximum Salary: $174,470/year (Sacramento)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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