Water Resources Engineer

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers and Architects; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers and Architects is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This role involves performing analyses and designs on complex water resource projects for municipal clients and leading teams of engineers.

The ideal candidate will possess 4-10 years of experience and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $135,000+ based on experience. Join a firm that values professional growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 4-10 years of experience in water-resource projects.
• Professional Engineer License in Colorado or ability to obtain.
• Strong analytical and design skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage water resources design projects as a Project Engineer.
• Supervise junior engineers and support staff.
• Conduct floodplain and hydrologic studies.

Skills

Hydraulic engineering

Stormwater management

Data presentation

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Hydrology and/or Hydraulics

Job description

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is currently seeking a Water Resources Engineer with 4‑10 years of experience to support our Water Resources Group in our Colorado Springs office. As part of our team, you will perform analysis and design as a Project Engineer on complex water‑resource‑related projects for municipal clients and support the work of other divisions within the firm as requested.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide project engineering and task management on water resources design projects.
• Supervise and delegate work to junior engineers and support staff as necessary to manage specific hydraulic engineering tasks within larger complex projects.
• Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design.
• Perform floodplain, inundation, and hydrologic studies.
• Perform sediment transport and scour analyses to support water resources projects.
• Assist in water resources permitting efforts.
• Collect, evaluate, and present data in technical reports and oral presentations.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures.
• Work independently and within multidisciplinary teams of geomorphologists, biologists, planners, emergency managers, and additional hydraulic and water resources engineers.
• Contribute to business development, marketing, and proposal preparation efforts.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering
• Master’s degree with an emphasis in Hydrology and/or Hydraulics (or related) will receive due consideration.
• 4‑10 years of increasingly responsible, professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of water‑resource‑related projects
• Colorado Professional Engineer License, or ability to obtain within 6 months

Job Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Annual Salary Range

$85,000 - $135,000+ depending on experience

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