Senior Water Resources Engineer

Stanley Consultants; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 119,400 - 156,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Comprehensive health benefits

Tuition assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A professional engineering firm is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead a team in Chicago, IL. This role involves technical analysis, hydrologic modeling, and managing water resource projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 8 years of experience, and is a licensed PE. Responsibilities include mentoring staff and ensuring project deadlines and budgets. The position offers a hybrid schedule and various benefits, including paid time off and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Professional (PE) Engineer.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in technical analysis and design for water resources projects.
• Manage project development including modeling and stormwater design.
• Mentor and develop junior staff.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Technical writing

Leadership

AutoDesk Civil 3D

Site grading design

Team-building

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

HEC RAS

PCSWMM

HydroCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Job Title

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Locations

Chicago, IL | Minneapolis, MN | Muscatine, IA

Job Type

Hybrid

Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers in technical analysis, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, design, construction documentation, reports, and cost estimates for water resources and related projects. Manage project development, including 1‑D/2‑D river and flood modeling, stormwater design, streambank stabilization, civil design layout, grading, drainage, utility layout, and low impact development. Work directly with clients and coordinate with other disciplines (civil, mechanical, electrical, I&C, structural, CAD). Mentor and develop junior staff. Manage projects on time and within budget. Participate in professional organizations and present papers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Professional (PE) Engineer.
• Proficiency with 1‑D and 2‑D hydraulic/hydrologic modeling (HEC RAS, PCSWMM, HydroCAD, etc.).
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and team‑building abilities.
• Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.
• Knowledge of site grading design, runoff management, detention design, and conveyance.

Salary

$119,400 - $156,975 a year (Illinois and Minnesota locations)

Benefits

Member-owned company culture, flexible hybrid schedule, 9/80 compressed workweek options, generous paid time off, parental leave, professional development leave, comprehensive health portfolio, financial benefits (insurance, retirement plans, profit sharing), tuition assistance, and professional society memberships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanley Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants with disabilities, veteran status, and from all protected classes.