Water Resources Engineer

pennoniexternalcareers; Mount Carmel Township (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking a Water Resources/H&H Engineer to join our Lehigh Valley, PA office (Bethlehem) to support H&H, ES&C, drainage and SWM tasks for multiple clients in the Mid-Atlantic region, with a focus on Pennsylvania.

The role involves developing project plans, technical reports, quantities and specifications; potential management of task and project scope, schedule, and budget. Occasional field data collection and site visits are expected, with diversified projects across various clients.

Qualifications

• BSCE degree required.
• FE/EIT, PE preferred.
• 5–12 years in water resources engineering.
• Proficient in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and stormwater design.
• Experience with plan production via AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Experience with PennDOT/PA Turnpike/DelDOT/MDSHA/VDOT or DCDOT is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Well organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support H&H, ES&C, drainage and SWM tasks for multiple clients in the Mid-Atlantic, focusing on PA and neighboring states.
• Interact with internal staff and clients on project development and design.
• Develop project plans, technical reports, quantities and specifications; manage scope, schedule and budget when applicable.
• Perform occasional field data collection and site visits.
• Handle diversified projects and assignments with different clients.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

BSCE

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PondPack

StormCAD

HEC-RAS

HY-8

Watershed Modeling System

Job description

Pennoni is currently seeking a Water Resources/H&H Engineer to work in our Lehigh Valley, (Bethlehem) PA office with the following job responsibilities:

• Engineer will support H&H, ES&C, drainage and SWM tasks associated with projects for multiple clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region with a focus in Pennsylvania and the opportunity to provide design work to surrounding states.
• At a minimum the engineer will interact with internal staff and clients regarding the development and design of projects.
• Engineer will be responsible for the development of project plans, and the associated technical reports, quantities, and specifications. If task or project management is an aspiration then the opportunity to manage tasks/projects scope, schedule, and budget will be provided.
• Perform occasional field data collection and site visits.
• This position will offer diversified projects and assignments with different clients.

Required Attributes

• Required Education: BSCE
• FE/EIT, PE Preferred
• Years of work experience: 5-12 years in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency with hydrologic/hydraulic (H&H) modeling of natural systems and stormwater collection systems, floodplain management and modeling, culvert and bridge hydraulics, scour analysis, erosion and sediment control design, drainage design, stormwater management design, plan review and plan and report preparation.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as PondPack, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, HY-8, and Watershed Modeling System.
• Experience with plan production via AutoCAD and MicroStation with design experience (3D modeling) strongly preferred.
• Experience with PennDOT, PA Turnpike, DelDOT, MDSHA, VDOT and/or DCDOT is a plus.
• Effective written and oral communication skills are a must for preparation of project reports, specifications, studies, and other engineering documents.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment.

Computer Skills Required

AutoCAD, Microstation, PondPack, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, HY-8, Watershed Modeling System, and Microsoft Office Suite

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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