Technical Director, Hydraulic and Hydrology Engineering

WSP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the United States invites an experienced Senior Hydraulic and Hydrology Engineer to join our water resources team in Atlanta. You will lead hydraulic analyses for dams, channels, spillways, and stormwater systems, and mentor junior engineers across projects.

You will collaborate with civil engineers, environmental scientists, and planners to deliver technically sound designs, reports, and permit drawings, while ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in hydraulic and hydrology engineering or a closely related field.
• Certified Floodplain Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and design of hydraulic structures, including dams, channels, culverts, spillways, and stormwater management systems.
• Oversee and conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM).
• Develop and review technical reports, designs, specifications and permit drawings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers, environmental scientists, and urban planners.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.
• Ensure projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations, and standards.
• Ability to lead a client or sector program.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess project progress and ensure quality control.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Water Resources)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic and Hydrology Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate possesses 12 years of related design engineering experience and is willing to collaborate, innovate, and grow a team.

Your Impact

• Lead the analysis and design of hydraulic structures, including dams, channels, culverts, spillways, and stormwater management systems.
• Oversee and conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM).
• Develop and review technical reports, designs, specifications and permit drawings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers, environmental scientists, and urban planners.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.
• Ensure projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations, and standards.
• Ability to lead a client or sector program.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess project progress and ensure quality control.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in hydraulic and hydrology engineering or a closely related field.
• Certified Floodplain Manager.

Why Join Us?

• Work on challenging and innovative projects related to dams, stormwater management, and other water resources.
• Become part of our dynamic and expanding water team. Work alongside skilled professionals across the country, all dedicated to the field of water resources.
• Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and development.

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