Senior Water Resources Engineer (Transportation Group)

ZipRecruiter; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Water Resource Engineer to join their dynamic team in Seattle. This role focuses on innovative solutions for stormwater and hydraulic design, contributing to vital transportation projects across the Pacific Northwest. You'll collaborate with a talented multi-disciplinary team, ensuring high-quality engineering design and compliance with local standards. With a commitment to professional growth and a flexible work environment, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on ecological restoration and community development. If you're passionate about water resources engineering and eager to take on exciting challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K with employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Travel accident insurance

Subsidized ORCA transit pass

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in stormwater and hydraulic design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydrologic modeling software.
• Strong communication skills for client and team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects for roadway and transit improvements.
• Perform stormwater design and analysis for transportation infrastructure.
• Create hydrologic and hydraulic models for various projects.

Skills

Stormwater Design

Hydraulic Design

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering in Training certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MGSFlood

WWHM

HEC-RAS

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. With over 60 years of experience, we provide creative solutions for diverse projects, scales, and industries. Our 1,300 professionals in 27 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and impactful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF is currently hiring an experienced Senior Water Resource Engineer to support major projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. This position will support transportation projects and associated hydraulic elements, primarily fish passage and stormwater design. The candidate will utilize their expertise in water resources engineering related projects, including stormwater facilities design; surface water hydrology and hydraulic analysis and design; culvert and bridge hydraulics; stream and habitat restoration analysis and design; preparation of engineering and construction plans, specifications, and estimates; and coordination with regulatory agencies for project permitting. The role involves performing engineering design and delivering high-quality products to clients.

Position Responsibilities:

This role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team with clients in the public sector on all phases of transportation projects. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting engineering projects for roadway and transit improvements, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, site development, fish passage, and ecological restoration.
• Performing stormwater related design, analysis, and reporting for roadways, bridges, airports, and transportation infrastructure.
• Providing detailed engineering calculations for stormwater and fish passage facilities.
• Creating hydrologic and hydraulic models.
• Designing water resources systems and facilities, including hydraulic analysis for stream crossings, fish passage, and scour evaluations.
• Applying knowledge of local, state, and federal fish passage and stormwater management standards.
• Creating stormwater, stream, conveyance designs, and associated grading using AutoCAD Civil 3D with 3D surfaces and pipe networks.
• Interfacing with clients and public agencies as needed.
• Coordinating with team members to ensure proper and timely project execution.
• Working in a flexible, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in stormwater and hydraulic design, planning, and implementation on transportation projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an Engineering in Training certification.
• Experience with stormwater conveyance, flow control, water quality treatment, and low impact development BMPs.
• Project experience with fish passage design, including H&H modeling, culvert design, stream restoration, and civil design.
• Knowledge of Washington State stormwater design manuals: DOE SWMMWW, WSDOT HRM, WSDOT Hydraulic Manual, WDFW Crossing Guidelines.
• Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software: MGSFlood, WWHM, Stormshed 3G, HEC-RAS.
• Experience with H&H calculations: conveyance sizing, basin hydrology, culvert sizing, scour calculations.
• Experience creating construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong communication skills for client and team coordination.
• High ethical standards and professional demeanor.

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Primarily office-based work, with occasional field visits involving walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
• May require lifting objects up to 15 lbs.
• Travel to project sites or meetings, involving driving or flying.

Compensation:

The salary range is $120,000 - $150,000 annually, based on experience, education, and skills. Performance bonuses are also offered. Further details will be provided during the interview process.

Benefits include:

• 401K with employer contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (no-premium options available)
• HSA and FSA options
• Dependent care FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life, short-term, and long-term insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Paid jury duty and family leave
• Travel accident insurance
• Subsidized ORCA transit pass

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KPFF participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, disability, or other protected classes.