Water Resources Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a water resources engineer to join their Sacramento team. This role involves complex hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, flood risk analysis, and drainage design. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience, a bachelor's degree in engineering, and strong leadership skills. The responsibilities include project engineering, conducting modeling, and preparing engineering plans. HDR emphasizes a commitment to employment equity and diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Professional Engineering license recognized for the location required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling.
• Lead production of design calculations and technical reports.
• Assist in water resources permitting efforts.

Skills

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Leadership

Teamwork

Data management

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR is looking for a water resources engineer to join our Water Resources team in Sacramento, CA. The role involves hydrologic & hydraulic (H&H) modeling and analysis, flood risk analysis, drainage design, dam safety, and H&H support for civil design. Candidates will work on projects such as dam safety analysis, flood risk analysis, FERC relicensing, water supply, flood management, and environmental mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide project engineering and task management, conduct complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, and lead production of design calculations and technical reports.
• Model and design stormwater collection systems, detention facilities, storm drains, and flood control facilities.
• Collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos, and public forums.
• Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for hydraulic structures.
• Work independently and plan, organize, and assist medium to large professional and technician teams.
• Assist in water resources permitting efforts and perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with water infrastructure planning studies, extreme hydrology, and consequence analysis.
• Experience with H&H modeling using HEC‑RAS & HEC‑HMS.
• Experience with data management analytical tools and datasets.
• Experience with GIS and geospatial modeling.
• Experience with risk‑based planning and risk‑informed decision making.
• Familiarity with integration of resiliency into the planning process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field.
• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects.
• Professional Engineering license recognized for the location (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.