Water Resources Engineer: Hydrology, Floodplain & Design

Quality Engineering & Surveying, LLC; Prairieville (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Engineering & Surveying, LLC is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to lead planning, design, analysis, and permitting of water resources projects from concept through construction. You will focus on hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage design, floodplain management, and water quality solutions.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success while protecting resources and community interests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with emphasis in water resources.
• EIT certification required; PE license preferred or in progress.
• 3–5 years of experience in water resources engineering, with project experience in site development, infrastructure, or municipal work.
• Experience in hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, drainage design, floodplain analysis, or municipal water resources projects.
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain requirements and permitting processes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and water resources modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, HydroCAD).
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental and water regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for stormwater, drainage, floodplain, and water resources projects.
• Develop and review engineering designs, plans, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates related to water resources infrastructure.
• Design stormwater management systems, erosion and sediment control measures, and water quality features in regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and support permit applications for local, state, and federal agencies, including floodplain, stormwater, and environmental permits.
• Coordinate with CAD technicians, field crews, and project team members to produce construction documents.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address technical challenges, design changes, or regulatory issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Support continuous improvement, professional development, and adherence to QES’s core values and quality standards.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Drainage design

Water resources modeling

Regulatory permitting

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

EIT certification

PE license preferred or in progress

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

HydroCAD

Job description

Quality Engineering & Surveying, LLC is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to lead planning, design, analysis, and permitting of water resources projects from concept through construction. You will focus on hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage design, floodplain management, and water quality solutions.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success while protecting resources and community interests.