Hydraulic Engineer (Entry-Level)

Shannon & Wilson; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

Medical, prescription, vision, dental

401(k) with safe-harbor

Paid vacation days

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Parking

Job summary

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm based in Seattle, WA. We seek an Entry-Level Hydraulic Engineer to join our geotechnical and environmental services team, supporting field assessments, design of hydraulics structures, and habitat restoration projects.

The role requires a civil/hydraulic engineering background with EIT preferred, willingness to travel, and strong writing and client-service skills in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/hydraulic engineering; Master’s preferred.
• EIT certification or equivalent.
• Experience with open channel hydraulics and river mechanics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform field assessments, stream and fluvial characterization and data collection.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design tasks.
• Develop plans, estimates, and specifications for habitat restoration and hydraulic structures.
• Provide construction observation and client support.
• Develop proposals and manage project scopes and schedules.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-directed

Client service

Education

BS degree in civil/hydraulic engineering

MS degree in civil/hydraulic engineering strongly preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) certified

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley Open Roads Designer

ArcGIS

WMS/HEC-1/HEC-HMS

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions.

We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform field assessments, stream and fluvial characterization; hydrologic data collection and water quality and sediment sampling; familiarity of stream and coastal hydraulic and geomorphic processes.


• Perform engineering analysis, design, and report writing tasks.


• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic and sediment transport; erosion and scour analyses; and FEMA floodplain mapping and modeling.


• Design and develop plans, estimates, and specifications for habitat restoration and hydraulic structures including channels, ponds, levees, bank protection, scour protection, grade control, fish passage design of culvert and bridges, streambed materials, and large woody material.


• Provide construction observation and technical support to clients.


• Provide project and task management services.


• Develop proposals and manage scope of services, budgets, and schedules.


• Provide marketing, proposal, and client development support.


• Follow Shannon & Wilson's Quality Assurance policy.


• Follow and promote Shannon & Wilson's Health & Safety policy and procedures.


• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• BS degree in civil/hydraulic engineering; MS degree in civil/hydraulic engineering strongly preferred.


• 0-6 years of experience as hydraulic/civil engineer.


• Engineer in Training (EIT) certified.


• Course work and/or project experience in one or more of the following areas: open channel hydraulics and environmental river mechanics, sediment transport, fluvial and/or coastal geomorphology, coastal hydraulics, hydraulic structures, hydrology, civil design, project and construction management, and survey,


• Software experience including AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley (Open Roads Designer), Microstation, and Arc-GIS.


• Hydrologic modeling experience with WMS (preferred), HEC-1 and/or HEC-HMS (required), MGS Flood, TR-55, TR-21, FFEQ, SBUH, WWHM (a plus), HEC-RAS1D/2D and HEC-GeoRAS, HY-8 (required), other hydraulic modeling (a plus).


• Creative individual with client service focus desired.


• Self-directed, future seller-doer, and strong team member desired.


• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.


• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.


• The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of OR minimal supervision.


• The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.


• A valid driver license and insurable driving record.


• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable).


• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying 30+ pounds.


• Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain.


• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.


• The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant’s education, experience, overall abilities, alignment with the needs of the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, a Entry-Level Hydraulic Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, IV level.

Compensation

Professional I: $35.00 - $38.50 per hour

Professional II: $83,500 - $90,000 annual salary

Professional III: $85,000 - $100,000 annual salary

Professional IV: $95,000 - $115,000 annual salary

Benefits

Shannon & Wilson is committed to providing a comprehensive total rewards package that includes the following benefits:

• Employee stock ownership


• Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans are offered to employees (and their families).


• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA


• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions


• 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employment) based on years of experience


• Paid Sick and Safe Leave accrues based on your state requirements


• 9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday


• Paid volunteer day


• Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty


• Two weeks of paid parental leave


• Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program


• Mentorship Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Free parking

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.

Salary Description

$72,800 - $115,000 annual salary