Senior Hydraulic Engineer

STV, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 136,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Carolinas Hydraulic Leader to oversee storm water management and hydraulic studies. This role involves quality control, client interaction, and mentoring technical staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in water resources engineering and a strong understanding of local design and permitting requirements. Join a company that values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture while offering comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation. Your expertise will help shape sustainable infrastructure projects in the Carolinas.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Continuing Education

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Water Resources and Storm Water Design Engineering.
• NC PE license is required.

Responsibilities

• Check Storm Water Management Reports and plans for various projects.
• Coordinate permitting through water management agencies.

Skills

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling

Storm Water Management

Client Interaction

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Geopak Drainage

StormCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

STV has an immediate opening in either our Charlotte, NC or Morrisville, NC offices for a Carolinas Hydraulic Leader. The successful candidate will:

• Check Storm Water Management Reports and plans for roadway, transit, rail, and culvert/bridge projects.
• Perform quality control for hydrologic & hydraulic studies, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Coordinate permitting through various water management agencies.
• Participate in project development meetings with clients.
• Mentor technical staff.
• Establish working relationships and interface with client technical staff and project managers.
• Experience with green stormwater, erosion, and sediment control techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities include:

• Using hydrologic and hydraulic software such as Geopak Drainage, StormCAD, and HEC-RAS to review work performed by technical staff.
• Developing strategies for hydro growth and project delivery, including resource allocation and work planning for traditional and design-build projects.
• Having strong interpersonal skills for client and other engineering discipline interactions.
• Knowledge and experience with NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and local government design and permitting requirements.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Biological, Agricultural, or related discipline).
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in Water Resources and Storm Water Design Engineering, including storm drain and culvert design, storm water management, BMPs, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, floodplain studies, and cost estimating.
• NC PE license is required.

Compensation Range: $136,843 - $182,457

We encourage candidates who do not meet every qualification to apply, as studies show diversity in applications. At STV, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that reflects our communities and clients.

Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability, life insurance, 401(k), retirement counseling, paid time off and holidays, backup dependent care, parental leave, continuing education, and professional memberships.

STV is committed to fair and transparent compensation. The listed salary range is a good-faith estimate; final offers may vary based on various factors.