Water Resources/Agricultural Engineer

Larry Walker Associates, Inc.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded profit-sharing retirement program

Flexible paid vacation time

Annual training budget

Job summary

Larry Walker Associates, Inc. is looking for a Water Resources Engineer/Agricultural Engineer to support projects in California. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in water resources and a strong commitment to groundwater sustainability.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $125,000 annually, depending on experience. You will engage in technical analysis, engineering design, and project planning, contributing significantly to the firm's projects.

Benefits include health insurance, a robust compensation package, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Hydrologic Sciences, or a closely related field.
• 4 years of professional experience in water resources engineering, hydrogeology, or agricultural engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience in GIS and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical analyses including groundwater modeling and water budget development.
• Support the design and evaluation of water supply infrastructure.
• Conduct field work and prepare technical and regulatory reports.

Skills

Groundwater modeling

Water budget development

Irrigation system design

Communication skills

GIS

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hydraulic modeling software

Python or R

Job description

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Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

Larry Walker Associates is seeking a Water Resources Engineer/Agricultural Engineer to support groundwater and water resources projects throughout California. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer or hydrogeologist with more than 4 years of experience in water resources and an interest in working directly with groundwater sustainability agencies and agricultural clients. The successful candidate will contribute to technical analysis, engineering design, project planning, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical analyses including groundwater modeling, water budget development, and irrigation efficiency studies
• Support the design and evaluation of surface water conveyance, distribution systems, Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR), Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR), and other water supply infrastructure
• Conduct field work including well monitoring, sensor installation and maintenance, and equipment calibration
• Prepare technical and regulatory reports, write grant applications, be proficient in water resource and agricultural engineering calculations, and prepare presentations
• Attend client and project team meetings, assist with proposal preparation, scopes of work, and budgets

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Hydrologic Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field
• 4 years of professional experience in water resources engineering, hydrogeology, or agricultural engineering
• Familiarity with California water resources, including groundwater management, irrigation systems, and SGMA
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience in GIS, data analysis tools (e.g., Python or R), and hydraulic modeling software
• Willingness to travel as needed

Highly Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Professional registration (e.g., PG, CHG, PE) in California is highly desired
• Experience with irrigation districts, water districts, groundwater sustainability agencies, or agricultural clients
• Experience or coursework in irrigation system design, surface water conveyance, MAR/ASR project planning, or groundwater recharge and banking
• Familiarity with California regulatory programs such as SGMA, WDRs, ILRP, CV-SALTS
• Familiarity with California water data systems (DWR, GAMA, CIMIS, OpenET, DDW, CEDEN) and/or agricultural water management tools
• Excellent work ethic, self-directed, and highly motivated
• Valid driver’s license

What We Offer

• LWA’s total compensation package includes a competitive salary, an annual bonus program, a fully funded profit‑sharing retirement program, a full range of health benefit offerings (including medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑time disability insurance), flexible paid vacation time, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays a year, and an annual training budget which includes conference attendance and support to obtain professional licensure.
• Our company is organized into self‑directed teams that provide opportunities for employees to take responsibility for their own career path, work on diverse and interesting projects, and assume leadership roles from day one. Technical staff are directly involved in project leadership, client engagement, and strategic decision‑making.
• LWA is committed to our values of passion for excellence, caring, building meaningful relationships, forward thinking, and serving the public good, and our successful employees embody the behaviors that support those values. We are known for taking great care of our clients and employees alike.

Estimated Annualized Compensation Including Bonuses

$90,000 to $125,000 depending on experience and skillset.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Larry Walker Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions based on experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision‑making, genetic information/characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment including recruiting, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, training, access to benefits, discipline, and termination.