Junior Water Resource Engineer

anchorqea; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 78,120 - 86,910; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Holidays

Vacation

Sick time

401k match

Job summary

Anchor QEA is seeking a water resources engineer to help expand our practice in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on technical work across water resources, civil design, and habitat restoration projects. The candidate will perform analyses, modeling, and contribute to drawings and cost opinions, collaborating with staff to support diverse projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Civil or Water Resources Engineering, EIT certification, and aim for a Washington PE license within 3 years, with

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering (or equivalent).
• EIT certification.
• Washington PE license or plan to obtain within 3 years.
• 1–4 years of experience in water resources planning, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and design/construction.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and H&H modeling software.
• Willingness to work on diverse water resources and restoration projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical analyses and support civil engineering design documents for water resources management, water supply, conveyance, storage, stormwater, and habitat restoration.
• Perform calculations and complete hydrologic and hydraulic modeling in support of water resources projects.
• Prepare written reports and technical studies.
• Support development of civil engineering design drawings, specifications, and opinions of probable cost.

Skills

Hydrologic & hydraulic analysis

Civil design

Proactive communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Washington PE or plan to obtain within 3 years

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic & hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Junior Water Resources Engineer

Location: Seattle, Tacoma, or Wenatchee, Washington

Job Type: Regular Full-time

What’s the Opportunity?

Anchor QEA is seeking a water resources engineer to help expand our water resources engineering practice in the Pacific Northwest. We are particularly interested in an individual who has a strong technical background and a willingness to support a wide variety of water resources, civil engineering design, and habitat restoration projects. The ideal candidate would be able to perform technical work, including technical studies and engineering design work. The candidate would work with other technical staff to support water resources, civil engineering design, and habitat restoration projects in the Pacific Northwest.

Responsibilities

• Performing technical analyses and supporting the development of civil engineering design documents for water resources management, water supply, water conveyance, water storage, stormwater, and habitat restoration projects.
• Performing calculations and completing hydrologic and hydraulic modeling in support of water resources projects.
• Preparing written reports and technical studies.
• Supporting development of civil engineering design drawings, technical specifications, and opinions of probable cost.

What Are We Looking For?

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering (or equivalent).
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Washington PE or plan to obtain a Washington PE license within the next 3 years.
• 1-4 years of experience in water resources planning, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and design and construction of water resources projects.
• CAD drawing development (Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred).
• Experience with a diverse range of hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling and design software packages.
• A willingness to work on a variety of tasks, ranging from hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to development of drawings, specifications, and opinions of probable cost for a variety of water resources, restoration, and environmental remediation projects.
• Self-motivation, drive, and proactive communication.

What Can You Expect?

You’ll join a collaborative team of engineers and scientists who are committed to technical excellence and mentoring. You can expect meaningful design and modeling responsibilities early in your career, with increasing independence and opportunities to grow your career. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact communities and the environment.

Salary and Other Compensation

• Salary Range: $78,120 - $86,910
• Annual Bonus
• Other potential bonus types: Billable Time Bonus, Spot Bonus, Milestone Anniversary Bonus, Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus, Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus.

Base Level Benefits for Regular Full-Time Positions

• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
• Vacation: 2 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level.
• Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match * Further information on benefits: https://anchorqea.com/careers/benefits/

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Anchor QEA is committed to a diverse, multi‑cultural work environment. Anchor QEA does not discriminate in employment based on age, race, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a comprehensive background check.