Junior Hydrologist: Urban Stormwater & Modeling

Weston & Sampson; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Employee ownership

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Strong culture

Job summary

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 work on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling with emphasis on urban stormwater.

You will conduct analyses of surface water systems, model stormwater infrastructure, and prepare technical documents while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Travel within New England and beyond may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related degree.
• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering is a plus.
• EIT or ability to pass exam within six months 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 and green infrastructure is a plus.
• 0-5 years of experience in surface water hydrology and hydraulics.
• Willingness to collaborate remotely with coworkers in other office locations.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses 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 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 for technical and lay audiences.
• Conduct field work to gather measurements and observations to support model development.
• Some travel to client meetings and project sites within New England and beyond.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulic modeling

GIS analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering

MS in Civil/Environmental Engineering

EIT

Tools

HydroCAD

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

PCSWMM

GIS

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 work on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling with emphasis on urban stormwater.

You will conduct analyses of surface water systems, model stormwater infrastructure, and prepare technical documents while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Travel within New England and beyond may be required.