Hydraulic Engineer: Water Resources & Floodplain Modeling

Randerson Technical Staffing

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Randerson Technical Staffing seeks a Hydraulic Engineer to contribute to water and wastewater projects. You will apply hydraulic modeling, analyze treatment systems, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The role supports sustainable infrastructure across diverse projects. Responsibilities include modeling, reporting, stormwater strategies, floodplain analysis, and cost estimating, with drafting in AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MicroStation and GIS workflows.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s preferred.
  • Experience with hydraulic modeling software such as SWMM or HEC-HMS.
  • Strong knowledge of water resources management, water treatment processes, and wastewater treatment systems.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, ArcGIS or GIS platforms.
  • Ability to interpret geotechnical data and apply geotechnical engineering principles within hydraulic contexts.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis for various types of improvements.
  • Hydraulic and hydrologic reports.
  • Stormwater detention; evaluate and implement stormwater management strategies.
  • Floodplain modeling.
  • Creating and reviewing technical specifications.
  • Preparing cost estimates of construction projects.
  • Developing reports, technical memos, and design studies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling
SWMM
HEC-HMS
Water resources management
Water treatment processes
Wastewater treatment systems
Geotechnical data interpretation
Drafting & spatial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD
Civil 3D
MicroStation
ArcGIS
GIS platforms

Job description

Randerson Technical Staffing seeks a Hydraulic Engineer to contribute to water and wastewater projects. You will apply hydraulic modeling, analyze treatment systems, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The role supports sustainable infrastructure across diverse projects. Responsibilities include modeling, reporting, stormwater strategies, floodplain analysis, and cost estimating, with drafting in AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MicroStation and GIS workflows.

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