Senior Water Resources Engineer – Hydrology & Flood Risk

Flexterm; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Paid time off

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol in San Diego is seeking a Water Resources Engineer at mid to senior level to develop surface water hydraulic, hydrologic, and hydrodynamic models and analyses.

You will perform calculations, assess flood risk, prepare exhibits and plans, and liaise with agencies and contractors to advance coastal and watershed projects.

The role offers a path to lead projects within a global infrastructure firm and contribute to major Navy, transportation, and coastal development programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering; required.
• Master of Science; preferred.
• 5 - 10+ years of related experience; required.
• Professional Engineer registration (PE); preferred.
• Experience with floodplain mapping, stormwater hydrology and hydraulic modeling, and flood protection.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead on projects in surface water hydrology & hydraulics, flood risk management, and coastal restoration.
• Perform numerical modeling for stormwater and drainage improvement projects.
• Execute 1D/2D riverine hydraulic modeling.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for bid packages.
• Participate in design meetings with project team members, subcontractors, and clients.
• Develop graphics, reports, and presentations.
• Address a wide range of engineering challenges with creative solutions.

Skills

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS ESRI

Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. Civil or Environmental Engineering

M.S. preferred

Tools

PE registration

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol in San Diego is seeking a Water Resources Engineer at mid to senior level to develop surface water hydraulic, hydrologic, and hydrodynamic models and analyses.

You will perform calculations, assess flood risk, prepare exhibits and plans, and liaise with agencies and contractors to advance coastal and watershed projects.

The role offers a path to lead projects within a global infrastructure firm and contribute to major Navy, transportation, and coastal development programs.