Water Resources Engineer — Entry to Mid Level (Portland, ME)

GEI Consultants; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

401(k) with company contributions

Continuing Education Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays and Generous PTO

Job summary

GEI Consultants is seeking a Water Resources Staff Engineer to join our Portland, Maine team. This entry- to early-career role offers hands-on opportunities across hydrologic analyses, modeling, and field data collection, with mentorship from experienced engineers.

You'll contribute to diverse projects—flood risk assessments, coastal resilience, and river improvements—while developing technical skills and pursuing professional certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 0–4 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, or entry-level professional experience.
• FE exam passed, EI/EIT certification, or ability to obtain within first year.
• Foundational understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and water resources engineering.
• Interest in developing skills in engineering analysis, modeling, and design.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects that matter, including coastal resilience, flood risk assessments, and culvert/bridge replacement projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop computer models, evaluate flood risks, and support design and planning.
• Participate in field data collection and site visits.
• Collaborate with H&H engineers, scientists, and project managers to grow expertise.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Water Resources Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SRH-2D

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

GEI Consultants is seeking a Water Resources Staff Engineer to join our Portland, Maine team. This entry- to early-career role offers hands-on opportunities across hydrologic analyses, modeling, and field data collection, with mentorship from experienced engineers.

You'll contribute to diverse projects—flood risk assessments, coastal resilience, and river improvements—while developing technical skills and pursuing professional certification.