Water Resources Engineer

GEI Consultants; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Cell phone stipend

GEI University training

Job summary

GEI Consultants’ Water Resources practice in Plymouth, Michigan is growing and seeks an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our Plymouth office. You will contribute to planning and implementing water resource projects in diverse settings and coordinate with GEI H&H teams nationwide.

The role involves executing projects with PMs, preparing design documents and reports, and traveling to project sites as needed. A background in H/H modeling, stormwater management, GIS, and CAD is preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Water Resources required; MS a plus.
• P.E. in Michigan or ability to obtain within 4 years.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel for project work.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical projects with PMs and staff, including dam removals, river restoration, and flood control.
• Prepare memoranda, reports, and present technical information to peers/clients.
• Prepare design documents: drawings, specs, basis of design, bid docs, schedules.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Interact with engineers who act as Engineer of Record and contribute to project decisions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering or Water Resources

M.S. preferred

P.E. in Michigan or ability to obtain in 4 years

Tools

USEPA SWMM

HEC-RAS

GIS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

GEI’s Water Resources practice is growing and we are seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our Plymouth, Michigan 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.

• 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 ideal 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 ideal 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

• 0-3 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 Michigan Professional Engineer or ability to obtain in four (4) 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.

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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 .

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GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• 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

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)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

6-8 hours

Standing

0-1 hour

Walking

0-1 hour

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

Push/pull

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

0-1 hour

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

X

3-5 hours

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

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

X

8

10

12

Other work hours

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