Senior Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer

LVI Associates; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Focused Culture

Professional Development Opportunities

Dynamic Consulting Environment

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer for their Nashville office. This mid- to senior-level role involves leading hydrology projects and mentoring staff.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and an active PE license, ensuring strong technical solutions and client interactions. This position contributes to meaningful water resources projects aimed at community improvement with a focus on safety and professional growth.

Join a firm that values employee development and offers dynamic consulting assignments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, or water resources engineering.
• Prior consulting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and leading technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage hydrology and hydraulics projects from planning through completion.
• Provide technical direction and quality control for hydrologic and hydraulic analyses.
• Mentor and supervise junior and mid-level engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS (1D/2D)

GIS

Job description

Do you enjoy working with diverse project teams in a fast‑paced consulting environment? Are you motivated by complex technical challenges and the chance to make a measurable impact on communities? If so, this could be an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

A well‑established consulting firm is seeking a Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Engineer to join its growing Nashville, Tennessee office. This is a mid‑ to senior‑level role offering the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor staff, and work directly with clients on meaningful water resources projects.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with deep expertise in hydrology and hydraulics, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality technical solutions while supporting business development and team growth.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage hydrology and hydraulics projects from planning through completion for public- and private‑sector clients.
• Provide technical direction and quality control for hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including flood studies and stormwater evaluations.
• Perform and oversee modeling using HEC‑HMS and HEC‑RAS (1D/2D) for watershed, drainage, floodplain, and infrastructure projects.
• Review and approve technical reports, calculations, models, and design documents to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to best practices.
• Mentor and supervise junior and mid‑level engineers, supporting professional development and maintaining a collaborative team culture.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to clients, agencies, and other stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, technical excellence, and trust.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, assisting with proposals, and leveraging professional relationships.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with regulatory agencies to support permitting and compliance.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project‑related activities.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related ABET‑accredited discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, or water resources engineering.
• Prior consulting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and leading technical teams.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with HEC‑HMS and HEC‑RAS (1D/2D) is required.
• Experience with GIS and other hydrologic/hydraulic or stormwater modeling tools (e.g., SWMM, StormCAD) is a plus.
• Familiarity with civil and horizontal infrastructure projects such as stormwater systems, flood control, and watershed management.

Additional Skills

• Strong leadership, organization, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and client presentations.
• Client‑focused mindset with the ability to support repeat work and business growth.
• Willingness to occasionally travel for project or client needs.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Employee‑Focused Culture - Join a firm that values professional development, mentorship, and long‑term career growth.
• Meaningful Work - Contribute to projects that improve infrastructure resilience, manage flood risk, and benefit local communities.
• Leadership Opportunity - Take ownership of projects and play an active role in shaping technical direction and team development.
• Dynamic Consulting Environment - Work on varied, challenging assignments that encourage creative and practical engineering solutions.
• Strong Safety Values - Safety is treated as a core value and integrated into every aspect of project delivery.