Water Resources Engineer Experienced Designer

American Meteorological Society; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton in Columbia, SC is seeking a Water Resources Engineer — Experienced Designer to advance your career, helping protect communities and critical infrastructure across the Southeast. You will design stormwater and drainage projects, collaborate with mentors and multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a Best Place to Work.

You will prepare construction plans, perform hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, and develop reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• EIT certification required; PE license strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in water resources engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and stormwater design.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D software applications.
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction plans and engineering designs for stormwater management, drainage, flood-control, and water resources projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support project planning and design.
• Develop stormwater management reports, drainage studies, and supporting technical documentation.
• Assist with permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies.
• Utilize Civil 3D and water resources modeling software to develop and refine project designs.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project delivery.
• Lead design activities, assign tasks, and monitor progress of team members.
• Support project execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Client-service mindset

Time management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Verbal/written communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

EIT certification

PE license (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic/Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Water Resources Engineer Experienced Designer

Advance your water resources engineering career where your work helps protect communities, improve resilience, and support critical infrastructure across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll design impactful stormwater and drainage projects, collaborate with experienced mentors and multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a company consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.

What you'll do:

• Prepare construction plans and engineering designs for stormwater management, drainage, flood-control, and water resources projects
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support project planning and design
• Develop stormwater management reports, drainage studies, and supporting technical documentation
• Assist with the preparation of permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies
• Utilize Civil 3D and water resources modeling software to develop and refine project designs
• Coordinate regularly with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project delivery
• Lead and coordinate design activities, including assigning tasks and monitoring progress of team members
• Support project execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• EIT certification required; PE license strongly preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in water resources engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and stormwater design
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D software applications
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skillsProven ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assignments on schedule
• Client-service mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to lead a design team, delegate responsibilities, and track project progress
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailExcellent time-management and organizational skills

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistanceThomas & Hutton University and hands-on mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:

On-site: MondayThursday 7:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.