Water Resources Associate Engineer – Field & Analysis

State-of-Nevad; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking an Associate Engineer within the Water Rights Section, Division of Water Resources, in Carson City. The role handles statutory analysis of water-right applications, drafts permit terms, and conducts field investigations to verify proofs of water use, inventory, and distribution.

Ideal candidates hold a civil engineering degree or related field, with potential for Engineer Intern licensure, and have the ability to review,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Two years of journey level technical experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician III in Nevada State service.
• Certification as Engineer Intern by the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, analyze and inspect construction/maintenance of transportation and highway systems, bridges and structures.
• Design/analyze traffic systems including signals and highway lighting.
• Develop pavement structural sections and rehabilitation strategies.
• Review water right applications; assist hearings and State Engineer rulings.
• Provide water quality clearance for highway projects and assess environmental compliance.
• Review inspections, enforce regulations for wastewater, air quality, and hazardous waste.
• Identify bridges, map locations, and prepare inspection reports.
• Conduct on-site highway construction inspections and prepare final reports.
• Perform related duties and participate in project design/management.
• Work under supervision to gain licensure as a professional engineer or perform non-licensure engineering work.

Skills

Algebra

Geometry

Trigonometry

Engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Engineering Intern certification (Nevada)

Job description

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking an Associate Engineer within the Water Rights Section, Division of Water Resources, in Carson City. The role handles statutory analysis of water-right applications, drafts permit terms, and conducts field investigations to verify proofs of water use, inventory, and distribution.

Ideal candidates hold a civil engineering degree or related field, with potential for Engineer Intern licensure, and have the ability to review,