Remote Water Resources Engineer III — Lead Hydrology

Castillo Engineering; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking a Water Resources Engineer III to design and manage utility-scale solar and battery projects. This role demands expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, regulatory compliance, and end-to-end project ownership. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and have 3–5 years of experience, especially in solar projects. With a focus on mentorship and innovation, this position also allows for a remote work arrangement within the continental US.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in water resources engineering, especially in utility-scale solar.
• PE licensure or active EIT with clear path to PE preferred.
• Experience in stormwater drainage and NPDES CGP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tasks.
• Manage water resource scope on utility-scale solar projects.
• Regulatory compliance for floodplain and stormwater permits.

Skills

HEC-HMS proficiency

HEC-RAS experience

Technical writing skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS or QGIS

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking a Water Resources Engineer III to design and manage utility-scale solar and battery projects. This role demands expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, regulatory compliance, and end-to-end project ownership. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and have 3–5 years of experience, especially in solar projects. With a focus on mentorship and innovation, this position also allows for a remote work arrangement within the continental US.