Fisheries and Restoration Design Engineer

Northwest Hydraulic Consultants; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Professional development opportunities

EAP

Job summary

Northwest Hydraulic Consultants (NHC) is seeking a fisheries and restoration design engineer for our California branch. The role combines hands-on design with team leadership on hydraulic, fish passage and restoration projects across California.

The successful candidate will work with principal engineers and geomorphologists, lead project teams, and coordinate with clients and subconsultants from our Sacramento, Pasadena, or South Lake Tahoe offices.

Qualifications

• B.S. in civil/water resources/environmental engineering with 5+ years of experience.
• Licensed professional engineer in California, or ability to obtain license within one year.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic engineering for open channel systems.
• Experience with PS&E—construction plans, specs and cost estimates.
• Experience in planning, design and construction projects.
• Ability to work independently and on project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams on hydraulic, fish passage and restoration design projects in California.
• Oversee design and development of fish passage and habitat restoration designs.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and NHC team members.
• Collaborate with principal engineers and geomorphologists on project execution.

Skills

Open channel hydraulics

Team leadership

Technical writing

Construction observation

Cost estimation (PS&E)

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Education

B.S. in civil/water resources/environmental engineering

M.S./Ph.D. in civil/water resources/environmental engineering or fluvial geomorphology

Tools

CAD

Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Northwest Hydraulic Consultants (NHC) is looking to add a fisheries and restoration design engineer out of our California Branch. NHC is an international firm of civil engineers and geoscientists providing professional services for the development, management, and protection of water resources. A career at NHC has you working within a specialized team of geoscientists, water resources engineers, hydrologists, surveyors, field technicians, and GIS specialists. This is an opportunity to work on challenging and unique projects in California and throughout the west. The position will be based out of one of our offices in Sacramento, Pasadena, and South Lake Tahoe.

About the Role

The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience. The title, responsibilities and salary will be dependent on the individual’s qualifications. The position requires regular in-office work at an NHC office, and candidates must be based near one of these office locations. A hybrid work schedule, including both in-office and remote workdays, is available.

The successful candidate will work closely with Principal engineers and geomorphologists on a range of hydraulic, fish passage, and restoration design projects throughout California. The successful candidate will have opportunities to lead project teams, oversee the design and development of fish passage and habitat restoration designs, and oversee project implementation and construction. The successful applicant will work directly with clients, subconsultants, and NHC team members.

Required Skills and Experience

• B.S. Degree in civil/water resources/environmental engineering or closely related field with 5+ years of experience.
• Licensed professional engineer in California, or the ability to obtain license via testing or reciprocity within one year of NHC employment.
• Strong understanding of the principles of hydraulic engineering for open channel systems.
• Experience on civil construction jobs including preparing construction plans, specifications and cost estimates (PS&E).
• Experience in projects that include problem evaluation, alternatives analysis, planning, design, and construction.
• Self-motivated with competency solving engineering problems with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively on project teams. The individual must be able to prioritize multiple tasks to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience applying hydraulic computer models.
• Strong technical writing background with demonstrated abilities to prepare written reports and communicate effectively.

Desired Skills and Experience

• M.S. or Ph.D. in civil/water resources/environmental engineering/fluvial geomorphology or closely related field.
• Experience in the planning, design and construction of fish passage engineering facilities and restoration projects in riverine environments.
• Experience with construction observation, reviewing construction submittals and responding to requests for information.
• Design drafting and proficiency in CAD.
• Project management experience that integrates multiple staff and subconsultants

Great Reasons to Join Us

NHC offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including annual performance-based bonuses.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $125,000 annual (full-time) depending on experience

Benefits (effective within 30 days of start date):

• Full healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Employer-provided benefit allowance
• Family-friendly benefits and work/life balance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary supplemental insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free snacks and beverages
• Free basic Costco membership

NHC’s success has always depended on our creative and productive employees. We celebrate and welcome a diverse community of employees and foster their professional development and well-being. NHC is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.