Water Resources Engineer (Colorado Water Rights)

Orion Placement; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and generous benefits

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Boulder, CO is seeking a Colorado water resources engineer with 4+ years of experience to work on water rights, modeling, and planning projects. The role offers an opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals and advance technical expertise, with a flexible hybrid schedule after onboarding.

Responsibilities include modeling, planning, and field data support, with PE registration encouraged and potential remote days once trained.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Colorado water resources engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree related to water resources.
• PE registration or plan to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support Colorado water rights applications and augmentation plans.
• Build water allocation models using RiverWare, StateMod, MODSIM, and Excel.
• Evaluate water supply scenarios and groundwater/surface resources.
• Assist with water supply planning, permitting, and system operations.
• Support water quality sampling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Collaborate with engineers, clients, and water managers to deliver solutions.
• Participate in rotating on-call weekends.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Excel

Written and verbal communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology, Hydrogeology

Tools

RiverWare

StateMod

MODSIM

CDSS

Excel

Job description

• Make a meaningful impact on Colorado’s water future through challenging, high-value engineering projects.


• Join a specialized, collaborative team where your expertise, creativity, and ideas truly matter.


• Work on diverse projects involving water rights, water supply planning, hydrologic modeling, and water quality.


• Enjoy a flexible work schedule with potential hybrid options after initial training.


• Receive excellent benefits, including generous PTO, health insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, and profit-sharing opportunities.


• Collaborate directly with experienced Professional Engineers while expanding your technical expertise and professional responsibilities.

Location: Boulder, CO. This is a full-time, primarily in-office opportunity with the potential to work remotely 1 to 2 days per week after initial onboarding and training. We value flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration.

Note: We're seeking candidates with 4+ years of Colorado water resources engineering experience, familiarity with Colorado water rights, strong Excel skills, and a relevant bachelor's degree. Professional Engineer (PE) registration or plans to obtain it within one year of joining are required.

About Us

Confidential Employer.We're a specialized water resources consulting team passionate about solving complex water challenges through innovative engineering and practical solutions. Our work supports public agencies, agricultural operations, businesses, and other water users. We foster a collaborative, flexible environment where talented engineers can take ownership of meaningful projects and continue growing professionally.

Job Description

• Develop and support Colorado water rights applications, augmentation plans, historical consumptive use analyses, and water accounting systems.


• Build and analyze water allocation models using tools such as RiverWare, StateMod, MODSIM, and Excel.


• Evaluate water supply scenarios, groundwater and surface water resources, and long-term water management strategies.


• Assist with water supply planning, demand studies, permitting, and system operations.


• Support water quality sampling, field measurements, data analysis, and technical reporting.


• Collaborate with engineers, clients, and water management professionals to develop effective solutions.


• Help coordinate daily water operations, including occasional limited weekend coverage through a rotating on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant Colorado water resources engineering experience.


• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or a related discipline.


• Strong understanding of Colorado water rights, water administration, and surface water modeling.


• Knowledge of groundwater principles and modeling, water quality, and water accounting.


• Advanced Excel skills and strong technical analysis capabilities.


• PE registration or ability and intention to obtain registration within one year.


• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.


• Master's degree, GIS experience, and familiarity with Colorado Decision Support System (CDSS) preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We're a close-knit team that values innovative thinking, technical excellence, and genuine collaboration. You'll enjoy the opportunity to contribute directly to important water resources projects, learn from experienced professionals, and build a rewarding career in a supportive environment. With flexible scheduling, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful work, we offer an opportunity to make a lasting impact.