Project Engineer – Water Resources

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Neel-Schaffer, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer – Water Resources to join our growing team. This role focuses on Hydrology and Hydraulics modeling, analysis, and project delivery for diverse water resources projects across multiple states.

The position may be based in our Jackson, Mississippi office or any other Neel-Schaffer office within the nine-state footprint. The ideal candidate is a motivated professional with strong technical, communication, and problem‑solving skills, ready to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• EIT certification or PE licensure or ability to obtain.
• 4+ years of Water Resources/Hydrology/Hydraulics experience.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; ability to work in a team.
• Familiarity with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software and GIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrology and hydraulics modeling, analysis, and project delivery.
• Prepare technical analyses and deliverables for water resources projects.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams across states.
• Support fieldwork and project planning as needed.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

EIT or PE licensure

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS 1D/2D

PCSWMM

SMS

StormCAD

GIS-based apps

MicroStation

GEOPAK/OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Neel-Schaffer is not just a place to work, it is a promise of a living, dynamic environment where people collaborate, innovate, build enduring relationships, excel, and grow professionally in a strong culture of ownership.

Do you have the desire to learn? The drive to excel and thrive in an engaged, client focused environment? If so, Neel-Schaffer might have just the right opportunity for you.

Neel-Schaffer is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a Project Engineer – Water Resources to join our growing team. This position may be based in our Jackson, Mississippi, office or any other Neel-Schaffer office across our nine-state footprint. The selected candidate will play a key role in Hydrology and Hydraulics (H&H) modeling, analysis, and project delivery for a diverse portfolio of water resources projects across multiple states.

As an Engineering News-Record Top 200 engineering design, planning, and construction management firm, Neel-Schaffer offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a company-matching 401(k) retirement plan.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated professional with strong technical, communication, and problem-solving skills who is looking to advance their career in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. As a member of Neel-Schaffer’s Water Resources Team, this individual will contribute to regional H&H projects while working alongside experienced engineers and industry experts to deliver innovative solutions for our clients and communities.

Typical projects include various types of roadway and transportation drainage, flood control, bridge hydraulic studies/designs, bridge scour analyses, storm water management studies, design/contract plans for flood control and storm water infrastructure projects. A limited amount of travel may be required for some projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• EIT certification or PE licensure or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• 4+ years of experience within Water Resources/Hydrology/ Hydraulics.
• Strong communication, analytical skills, and ability to work in a team environment.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are necessary with the ability to plan and conceptualize.
• Knowledge of the latest hydrologic and hydraulic computer modeling programs, including GIS-based applications, 1D, 2D, dynamic/unsteady-flow -– e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, PCSWMM, SMS, StormCAD, etc.
• Experience with Microstation (and/or GEOPAK/OpenRoads), AutoCAD (and/or Civil 3D), and ArcGIS is preferred.
• Ability to perform a limited amount of field work, including drainage investigations, drainage asset inventorying, etc.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.