Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer at H&H Reston, VA

H&H; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

401(k)

Job summary

H&H is seeking a Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer to join our team in Reston, VA. This role involves leading hydraulic and hydrologic analyses and executing engineering designs for drainage and flood management. You will collaborate with various teams and guide junior staff while utilizing advanced engineering software.

The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Civil Engineering and have over five years of relevant experience. We offer a professional environment, competitive salary, and a robust benefits package, including a 401(k).

Qualifications

• More than five years’ experience in Hydraulics & Hydrology with a focus on VDOT.
• Familiar with FHWA, USACE, and AASHTO design guidance.
• Detail-oriented and adept at managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute and coordinate design projects independently.
• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analysis.
• Prepare and review technical documents.

Skills

Analyzing field survey data

Hydraulic modeling

Effective communication

Proficient in software like HEC-RAS

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Licensed Virginia PE

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

GIS software

Job description

Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer job at H&H. Reston, VA.

H&H is offering an exciting opportunity for a Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer to join our growing Reston, VA office.

With over 138 years of experience, H&H is a trusted full-service infrastructure engineering firm. Our clients, including infrastructure owners, contractors, and colleagues, rely on us for intricate and innovative engineering solutions. They trust our time-tested ability to manage the entire life cycle of a project, from the study and planning phase through to design and construction. With over 600 talented employees located across 30 offices nationwide, H&H can efficiently and effectively handle assignments of all sizes, types, and delivery methods around the country and across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to independently execute and coordinate design projects
• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of drainage systems and bridge/culvert studies
• Track effort and manage resources
• Coordinate design elements with project partners and team members
• Provide professional mentoring to EITs and Designers
• Lead the drainage design to supporting schematic designs and PS&E in VA
• Contribute to proposal management (SOQ's and RFPs)
• Oversee engineering phases within major/ moderate-sized projects
• Conduct and oversee hydrologic and hydraulic design calculations for stormwater management and bridge hydraulic studies
• Coordinate environmental compliance efforts with design teams and permit applications
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating design tasks across disciplines
• Prepare and review technical documents, including plans, specifications and estimates
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines for design integration and project support

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering and more than five years’ experience in Hydraulics & Hydrology with a concentration on VDOT
• Licensed Virginia PE; eligibility for comity through other jurisdictions also acceptable
• Proficient in analyzing field survey data, maps, drawings and topographical information for project design
• Ability to validate design computations
• Knowledge and judgment to develop construction cost estimates
• Skilled in validating design computations and developing construction cost estimates
• Effective in client meetings and internal team coordination to ensure project deadlines and quality standards
• Familiar with FHWA, USACE, and AASHTO design guidance and VDEW Stormwater and Soil Erosion Standards
• VDEQ Stormwater Management (SWM) Plan Reviewer Certification desirable
• Experience with software such as HEC-RAS, HY-8, SRH-2D, HydroCAD, Storm and Sanitary Analysis, MicroStation (including InRoads or OpenRoads), AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software (preferred)
• Project background with hydrologic/ hydraulic analysis, floodplain studies, hydraulic modeling, bridge scour, and environmental permitting
• Detail-oriented, self-starting team player adept at managing multiple projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with math skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Benefits

We offer a professional work environment, competitive salary, benefits package and 401(k).

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS