Water Resources Engineer — Hybrid & Impactful Hydraulics

VHB; Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

AI tools for design and analysis

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

VHB is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in Maine to join our expanding team. You will work on hydrology and hydraulics analysis, culvert and bridge design, stream restoration, stormwater management, and resiliency projects.

You will develop 1‑D/2‑D hydraulic models, prepare design drawings and technical reports, and mentor junior staff, while contributing to client meetings and fee estimates. This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and sustainable solutions for transportation and

Qualifications

• BS in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources engineering or related discipline.
• Min 5-8 years professional experience.
• Experience preparing design plans & specifications, and preparing technical reports.
• Experience with task management and people management/mentoring.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling preferred.
• Experience with geomorphic evaluation and stream simulation design.
• PE licensure expected
• Proficiency with relevant software including HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Microsoft Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Lead tasks under the supervision of the project manager on multi-disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, or stormwater design focus including interaction with staff and clients
• Develop 1‑D and 2‑D hydraulic models for project analysis and design
• Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications
• Prepare technical reports, plans and specifications
• Develop project proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues with them
• Mentor junior staff in both technical and professional aspects
• Responsible for project task management including task financial performance

Skills

Project management

Mentoring

Client interaction

Education

BS in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

HydroCAD

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

VHB is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in Maine to join our expanding team. You will work on hydrology and hydraulics analysis, culvert and bridge design, stream restoration, stormwater management, and resiliency projects.

You will develop 1‑D/2‑D hydraulic models, prepare design drawings and technical reports, and mentor junior staff, while contributing to client meetings and fee estimates. This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and sustainable solutions for transportation and