Hydrology & Hydraulics Design Engineer

CME Associates; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WEI Incentive Program

Healthy Workplace Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Competitive Health Benefits

Career Development and Training

Flexible/Hybrid Schedule

Community Service Opportunities

Worldwide Travel Assistance

Job summary

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Design Engineer to join our team, taking ownership of design tasks across drainage and water resources projects.

You will collaborate with engineers across disciplines and grow your expertise in H&H modeling and design. The role targets a mid-level professional with 4–8 years of experience, proficient in HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/HY-8 and related tools, and willing to obtain a Mississippi PE license within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 4 to 8 years of relevant hydrology and hydraulics experience.
• Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, etc.
• Familiarity with FEMA regulations, floodplain management, and DOT standards is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mississippi, or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design calculations for infrastructure and land development projects.
• Develop and review drainage reports, design plans, and supporting documentation.
• Utilize modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8) to evaluate drainage systems and flood impacts.
• Support project managers in scope, schedule, and budgets for H&H tasks.
• Coordinate with internal teams across transportation, site development, and environmental disciplines.
• Assist with permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies (FEMA and DOT).
• Participate in field reviews and provide construction phase support as needed.
• Ensure QA/QC through review and verification of work.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

PE license in Mississippi (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Tools

HEC-RAS 1D/2D

HEC-HMS

HY-8

Hydraulic Toolbox

Job description

Waggoner is looking for a Hydrology and Hydraulics Design Engineer to join our growing team and support a diverse portfolio of drainage and water resources projects. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical design tasks, contribute to meaningful infrastructure improvements, and work alongside experienced engineers across multiple disciplines. It is well suited for a mid-level professional looking to deepen their expertise in H&H modeling and design while continuing to develop professionally.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include

• Roadway Drainage Systems Design (MS DOT experience preferred)
• Stormwater Management
• Detention and Retention Pond and Outfall Design and Analysis
• Bridge Hydraulics and Scour Analysis
• Erosion Control Design and Analysis
• Watershed Hydrology and Drainage Studies
• Open Channel Hydraulics Design and Analysis
• Channel Stabilization
• Hydraulic Modeling (HEC-RAS 1D/2D, MS DOT, HydroWIN, FHWA HY-8 and Hydraulic Toolbox)
• Design of Hydraulic Structures
• Floodplain Mapping and FEMA Modeling support

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and design calculations for a variety of infrastructure and land development projects
• Develop and review drainage reports, design plans, and supporting documentation
• Utilize modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, and related tools to evaluate drainage systems and flood impacts
• Support project managers in developing scope, schedule, and budgets for H&H-related tasks
• Coordinate with internal teams across transportation, site development, and environmental disciplines
• Assist with preparation of permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies, including FEMA and DOT
• Participate in field reviews and provide construction phase support as needed
• Ensure quality and accuracy of work through QA/QC processes
• Build and maintain relationships with clients through project delivery and communication
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing guidance on technical work and best practices
• Stay current on industry standards, regulations, and emerging tools related to hydrology and hydraulics

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required
• 4 to 8 years of relevant hydrology and hydraulics experience
• Experience with H&H modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, etc.)
• Familiarity with FEMA regulations, floodplain management, and DOT standards is preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mississippi, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Why Join Our Team

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• WEI Incentive Program
• Healthy Workplace Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Development and Training
• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
• Community Service Opportunities
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.