Interdisciplinary (Civil Engineer (Hydraulic)/Hydrologist)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeks an Interdisciplinary Civil Engineer (Hydraulic)/Hydrologist to lead sediment transport and geomorphology studies in the District. You will oversee complex hydrology, hydraulics, and river mechanics aspects across diverse environments.

The role demands senior expertise and the ability to guide projects from planning through implementation, with a focus on sediment dynamics and river form.

Qualifications

• Experience leading sediment transport studies and geomorphology analyses.
• Expertise in river mechanics within civil/hydraulic projects.
• Strong ability to interpret complex hydrologic data for decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead sediment transport, fluvial geomorphology, and river mechanics features.
• Serve as district senior specialist and project SME for related studies.
• Represent the agency in technical reviews and coordination.

Skills

Sediment transport

Fluvial geomorphology

River mechanics

Job description

Interdisciplinary (Civil Engineer (Hydraulic)/Hydrologist)

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

About the Position: Serves as the District senior specialist and leader with primary responsibility for sediment transport/fluvial geomorphology/river mechanics studies. The District area of responsibility (AOR) exhibits complex and diverse climates, and a broad range of hydrologic, hydraulic, sediment, and fluvial geomorphologic characteristics.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as a subject matter expert responsible for sediment transport, fluvial geomorphology, and river mechanics features of assigned projects.

Requirements & Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $106437 – $153665/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.