Mid-Level Water Resources Engineer: Drainage & Transportation

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision,

Life and disability coverage

HSA with employer contributions

FSA for healthcare and dependent care

Telehealth

EAP

Vacation and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Bonus opportunities

Remote work options

Professional development

Job summary

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig seeks a mid-level water resources engineer in Des Moines, IA. Lead drainage and floodplain analyses for transportation projects, mentor teammates, and contribute to business development.

The ideal candidate has 8–15 years of experience, a PE license, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D or MicroStation, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS. A civil engineering background with DOT experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on water resources; PE license strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of drainage design and water resources experience, especially in transportation projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D and/or MicroStation; experience with hydrology/hydraulic modeling software (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS).
• Familiarity with DOT, county, and city requirements is advantageous.
• Project management experience and interest in marketing/business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage design and water resources elements of transportation projects.
• Mentor and manage a team of engineers and designers.
• Engage in business development and client interactions for water resources projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Water resources engineering

Client management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

SRH-2D

Job description

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig seeks a mid-level water resources engineer in Des Moines, IA. Lead drainage and floodplain analyses for transportation projects, mentor teammates, and contribute to business development.

The ideal candidate has 8–15 years of experience, a PE license, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D or MicroStation, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS. A civil engineering background with DOT experience is preferred.