Hydrology & Hydraulics Design Engineer — Hybrid Role

Waggoner Engineering; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Waggoner Engineering, in Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Design Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater group. You will take ownership of technical design tasks and contribute to drainage and water resources projects alongside experienced engineers across disciplines.

Responsibilities include hydrologic analyses, drainage reports, and use of HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/HY-8 to assess flood impacts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

Waggoner Engineering, in Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Design Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater group. You will take ownership of technical design tasks and contribute to drainage and water resources projects alongside experienced engineers across disciplines.

Responsibilities include hydrologic analyses, drainage reports, and use of HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/HY-8 to assess flood impacts.