Hydrologist I (New England)

Weston & Sampson; Rocky Hill (CT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Weston & Sampson in New England is seeking a Hydrologist with 0-5 years of experience for our Water discipline. The role focuses on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater design, and field data collection across watersheds, rivers, and lakes.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, travel to client sites, and prepare clear written and verbal summaries for technical and nontechnical audiences. A BS is required; an MS is a plus and EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS required in civil/environmental engineering or related field.
• MS preferred for advanced hydrologic/hydraulic work.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible within six months is preferred.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling is required.
• Experience with GIS analyses is required.
• Interest in surface water hydrology and hydraulics and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Analyze surface water systems including watersheds, rivers, and lakes.
• Model stormwater BMPs, green infrastructure, and LID projects.
• Prepare civil mapping and design-related documents.
• Develop and review hydrologic and hydraulic models (HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM).
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and present results.
• Prepare concise written and verbal summaries for technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Conduct field measurements to support model development.
• Travel to client sites and meetings in New England and surrounding regions.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or similar

Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or similar

Tools

HydroCAD

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

PCSWMM

Job description

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Hydrologist with 0-5 years of experience for our Water discipline in one of our New England offices. The Hydrologist will have experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, ideally with a focus on urban stormwater.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct analyses and computer-aided evaluations of surface water systems, including watersheds, rivers, and lakes.
• Model and support design of stormwater BMPs, green infrastructure, and LID projects.
• Prepare Letter of Map Revision applications.
• Become proficient with software such as HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM.
• Work independently and effectively communicating results to a multidisciplinary team.
• Prepare clear and concise written and verbal summaries of technical material for both technical and lay audiences.
• Conduct field work to gather measurements, survey, and other observations to support surface water model development.
• Some travel will be required to client meetings and project sites within New England and the mid-Atlantic and Carolinas.

What you’ll bring:

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or similar degree is required.
• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or similar degree is a plus.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or ability to pass exam within the first six months of employment is preferred.
• Experience with hydrologic (HydroCAD, HEC-HMS) and hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, SWMM) is required.
• Experience with GIS analyses and mapping is required.
• Experience modeling and designing stormwater BMPs is a plus.
• Experience modeling and designing green infrastructure and LID projects is a plus.
• Successful candidates will have 0 to 5 years of experience and have a general familiarity with surface water hydrology and hydraulics.
• Must have an interest in the evaluation and computer-aided modeling of surface water systems, including watersheds, rivers, and lakes.
• Must be willing to collaborate remotely with coworkers in other office locations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational/time management skills are required.
• Some travel will be required to client meetings and project sites within New England.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Salary Range: $54,000 - $68,000 based on education

We offer:

• Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments.
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success.
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways.
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around.
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.