Senior Water Resources Engineer: Hydraulics & Flood Risk

Moffatt; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family coverage

Low-deductible plan

HSA match

Wellness program with incentives

401(k) match

Life insurance

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol’s Water Resources Group in San Diego seeks a mid to senior level Water Resources Engineer to develop surface water hydraulic, hydrologic and hydrodynamic models, analyze flood risk, and prepare plans, specs and cost estimates.

The role involves liaising with agencies and stakeholders, preparing exhibits and reports, and supporting design and bid packages. 5–10+ years’ experience and PE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering; required
• Master of Science; preferred
• 5 - 10+ years of related experience; required
• Professional Engineer (PE); preferred
• Experience with floodplain mapping and FEMA compliance
• Proven ability to lead projects and manage teams
• Strong software and design analysis capabilities

Responsibilities

• Serves as technical lead on projects and oversees staff when required
• Perform numerical modeling for stormwater and drainage improvements
• Conduct 1D/2D riverine hydraulic modeling
• Prepare plans, specs, and cost estimates for bids
• Participate in design meetings with team, subs, and clients
• Assist in technical approach decisions and scheduling
• Produce graphics, reports, and presentations

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master of Science (preferred)

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM/XPSWMM/PCSWMM

WSPG W

Inforworks ICM

ESRI GIS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol’s Water Resources Group in San Diego seeks a mid to senior level Water Resources Engineer to develop surface water hydraulic, hydrologic and hydrodynamic models, analyze flood risk, and prepare plans, specs and cost estimates.

The role involves liaising with agencies and stakeholders, preparing exhibits and reports, and supporting design and bid packages. 5–10+ years’ experience and PE preferred.