Senior Water Resources Engineer

Fuss & O'Neill; Hartford (VT); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule Flexibility

Health & Wellness

Continuous Learning

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement

Fun Team Culture

Job summary

Fuss & O'Neill in New England is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead complex stormwater and water resources projects across the region.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with engineers, scientists and planners, perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling with EPA SWMM, PCSWMM, HydroCAD and StormCAD, and support local, state and federal permit applications in a hybrid in-office/remote setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in water resources engineering.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred.
• Proficiency with modeling and design tools such as EPA SWMM (or PCSWMM), HydroCAD, and StormCAD.
• Experience developing and submitting local, state, and federal permit applications.
• Strong understanding of stormwater management, drainage design, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional travel to client sites within New England (10%).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning, analysis, and design of water resources and stormwater management projects
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic (H–H) modeling using industry-standard software
• Prepare technical reports, drainage studies, and design documentation
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and scientists across disciplines
• Support permitting efforts with local and state agencies throughout New England
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team knowledge-sharing and development
• Participate in client meetings and help maintain strong client relationships

Skills

7+ years water resources experience

EIT certification

Strong writing & communication

Mentoring junior staff

Client meetings & relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

Tools

EPA SWMM

PCSWMM

HydroCAD

StormCAD

Job description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That's what it takes to work at Fuss & O'Neill - because that's what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we've prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you've found your future.

Senior Water Resources Engineer

In this role, you will take on complex and impactful projects across New England - helping clients navigate evolving regulatory landscapes while delivering smart, practical stormwater and water resource solutions. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and planners, while also having the opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to the continued growth of our practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning, analysis, and design of water resources and stormwater management projects
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic (H‒H) modeling using industry-standard software
• Prepare technical reports, drainage studies, and design documentation
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and scientists across disciplines
• Support permitting efforts with local and state agencies throughout New England
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team knowledge‑sharing and development
• Participate in client meetings and help maintain strong client relationships

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of relevant experience in water resources engineering
• EIT certification required; PE preferred
• Proficiency with modeling and design tools such as EPA SWMM (or PCSWMM), HydroCAD, and StormCAD
• Experience developing and submitting local, state, and federal permit applications
• Strong understanding of stormwater management, drainage design, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Occasional travel to client sites within New England (10%)

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds - collaborate in‑office with a high‑performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We are committed to supporting work‑life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team‑building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O'Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.

About Fuss & O'Neill

Fuss & O'Neill is a civil and environmental engineering firm that provides client‑specific, forward‑thinking, and holistic solutions. Since 1924, we have made it our mission to improve the built and natural environments in response to our public and private clients' evolving needs.