Water Resources Engineer

Genuine Search Group; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Profit sharing

Student loan assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Genuine Search Group seeks a Water Resources Engineer to join our California team. You will work on storm drainage, flood control, hydrology, and hydraulics across land development and public infrastructure projects in the state.

The role offers opportunities to work independently or with senior engineers, applying hydrology and hydraulics concepts while coordinating with clients and agencies. Collaboration and strong reporting are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California.
• 3–7 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, storm drainage, and flood control engineering within California.
• Experience designing stormwater systems for land development and public infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Experience with hydraulic/hydrologic modeling software (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, XPStorm, Innovyze, WaterCAD).
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design storm drain systems, open channel and closed conduit hydraulic systems, and surface hydrology solutions.
• Prepare stormwater management plans, master drainage studies, and flood control designs.
• Perform rainfall runoff analyses and 1D/2D hydraulic modeling.
• Support drainage and flood control design for public infrastructure and land development projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and public agencies throughout project delivery.
• Assist with project management and design for land development and public infrastructure projects.
• Support permitting efforts and regulatory agency coordination.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Storm drainage

Technical writing

Communication

Project coordination

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Water resources design

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

XPStorm

Innovyze

WaterCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our team. This position is ideal for engineers with 3–7 years of experience in storm drainage, flood control, hydrology, and hydraulics who are looking to expand their technical expertise while working on a diverse mix of land development and public infrastructure projects.

In this role, you will apply your engineering skills to storm drainage, flood control, and water resources projects while collaborating with experienced engineers on projects throughout California. Depending on your experience, you will work independently or under the guidance of senior engineers while gaining exposure to hydrology, hydraulics, utility infrastructure, and civil site development.

Responsibilities

• Design storm drain systems, open channel and closed conduit hydraulic systems, and surface hydrology solutions.
• Prepare stormwater management plans, master drainage studies, and flood control designs.
• Perform rainfall runoff analyses and 1D/2D hydraulic modeling.
• Support drainage and flood control design for both public infrastructure and private land development projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and public agencies throughout project delivery.
• Assist with project management and design for land development and public infrastructure projects.
• Support permitting efforts and regulatory agency coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California.
• 3–7 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, storm drainage, and flood control engineering within California.
• Experience designing stormwater systems for land development and public infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, XPStorm, Innovyze, WaterCAD, or similar hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with master drainage planning and flood studies.
• Knowledge of California stormwater regulations and permitting requirements.
• Experience coordinating with local municipalities and public agencies.
• Project management experience or demonstrated leadership potential.
• Competitive salary ($50–$65/hour, based on experience)
• Performance bonuses
• Profit sharing and 401(k)
• Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Life, disability, and AD&D insurance
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment with regular employee events and professional development opportunities