Senior Engineer (Rail Water Resources)

Olsson Associates; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Positive community impact

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson Associates is seeking a Senior Engineer on the Water Resources team to perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, support project scope and schedule, and prepare technical reports. The role includes CAD review, permit acquisition, and field visits across various terrains.

Travel is required. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in water resource engineering, a PE license, and at least 4 years leading or mentoring others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineering License.
• 8+ years of water resource engineering experience.
• 4 years of leading or mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide hydrologic/hydraulic analysis for Class I Railroad projects.
• Develop project scope and schedule.
• Prepare technical reports and review CAD drawings.
• Obtain local, state, and federal permits for water resources projects.
• Travel to job sites for field reconnaissance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a Senior Engineer on our Water Resources team, you will provide various engineering and project management duties related to hydrologic/hydraulic analysis for Class I Railroad projects. You will assist with developing the project scope and schedule, prepare technical reports, review CAD drawings, and obtain local, state, and federal permits for water resources related projects. Travel is required to job sites for field reconnaissance in all types of terrain and weather conditions.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineering License
• 8 or more years of related water resource engineering experience
• 4 years of experience leading or mentoring
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or other related hydrologic and hydraulic software is preferred.

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Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range

$100,000 — $130,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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