Water Resources Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our Akron, Ohio office. You will contribute to planning and implementing water resource projects in natural and urban settings, collaborating with a national team.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years of experience, a Civil Engineering degree, PE or ability to obtain, and hands-on skills in H/H modeling, SWMM/HEC-RAS, GIS, and CAD. Travel and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of professional experience in water resources engineering.
• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or water resources; MS is a plus.
• Registered Professional Engineer or able to obtain in 3 years.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines; strong communication.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects with project managers; dam removals, river restoration, flood control.
• Prepare memoranda, reports, and present technical information to clients.
• Create design documents, drawings, specs, bids and schedules.
• Travel to project sites and other GEI offices as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Driver's license

Ability to travel

Independent research & problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources related field

MS considered a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

USEPA SWMM

HEC-RAS

Job description

Your role at GEI.

GEI’s Water Resources practice is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our Akron, Ohio office. Candidate will be part of a connected team of GEI H&H professionals across the country. This individual will contribute to planning and implementation of water resource projects in a variety of natural and urban settings.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Execute technical projects and assignments in coordination with project managers and support staff. Example projects include dam removals, river restoration, dam rehabilitation, flood control, stormwater management planning and design.
• Prepare detailed written memoranda and reports on technical assignments and present technical information to peers and clients;
• Prepare design documents including drawings, technical specifications, basis of design documents, bid documents and project schedules.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Self-motivated. The candidate will have the confidence and motivation to independently research, determine and calculate answers that lead to independent decisions on various work/client related issues. The candidate is not necessarily expected to act as the Engineer of Record on projects but will interact and report to engineers who act in that capacity.
• The ideal candidate will have some experience with H/H modeling, stormwater BMP and river restoration planning, design and monitoring. Construction oversight/field engineering experience with a focus on stormwater management and soil erosion controls is desirable.
• Computer modeling experience. The ideal candidate will have experience with USEPA SWMM and HEC-RAS (both 1D and 2D versions), but other similar software experience is likely sufficient.
• GIS experience. The candidate will have working knowledge of GIS tools, including spatial analysis tools and the ability to create, analyze and convert topographic and bathymetric surfaces within and export out of GIS.
• CAD experience. The candidate will have experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D software, with some ability to analyze/convert surfaces, particularly to support H/H modeling program demands.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-5 years of professional experience demonstrating skills mentioned above;
• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources related field, M.S. considered a plus;
• Registered Professional Engineer or ability to obtain in three (3) years;
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines;
• Possess a valid driver’s license;
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to work well alone and in a team atmosphere;
• Ability to travel as needed for work assignments.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $79,000.00 – $83,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More...

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

X

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Continuous (67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting 6-8 hours

Standing 0-1 hour

Walking 0-1 hour

Climbing X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) 0-10 pounds

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) 0-10 pounds

Carrying objects 0-1 hour

Push/pull X

Twisting 0-1 hour

Bending 0-1 hour

Reaching forward 0-1 hour

Reaching overhead 0-1 hour

Squat/kneel/crawl X

Wrist position deviation 3-5 hours

Pinching/fine motor skills 1-2 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion 6-8 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never) 0-1 hour

Talk or hear 6-8 hours

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision X

Far Vision X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination X

Sensory Requirements Minimal

Sensory Requirements Moderate Accurate Not Applicable

Depth perception X

Hearing X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens X

Chemical X

Airborne communicable diseases X

Extreme temperatures X

Radiation X

Uneven surfaces or elevations X

Extreme noise levels X

Dust/particulate matter X

Other (exposure Risks)

Usual workday hours: X 8 10 12 Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.