Water Resources Engineer I — Hydraulics & Floodplain Analysis

Rk K; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life and long‑

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RK&K is seeking an Engineer to join our Water Resources team in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC. You will support multiple DOT and municipal projects, working with a multidisciplinary group of professionals across the firm.

You will perform hydrology and hydraulics analyses, develop drainage reports, and assist with civil plans using MicroStation ORD. The role offers growth, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities to advance within RK&K's established practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Systems Engineering.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Coursework in Fluid Mechanics, Water Resources Engineering, or Urban Hydraulics and Hydrology.
• 0–3 years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic methodologies and analysis tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a wide range of water resource projects on schedule and budget.
• Provide excellent client service with focus on quality and timeliness.
• Work with project team, clients, and stakeholders to complete design tasks.
• Assist with office and site visits for assigned projects.
• Support documentation and preliminary modeling and due diligence.
• Model complex riverine systems and watersheds; propose improvements.
• Prepare drainage reports and hydraulic memoranda.
• Assist with civil plans development using MicroStation ORD.
• Seek opportunities to lead tasks as experience grows.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork / collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Systems Engineering

Tools

MicroStation ORD

HEC-RAS (1D)

SRH-2D

PCSWMM

Job description

RK&K is seeking an Engineer to join our Water Resources team in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC. You will support multiple DOT and municipal projects, working with a multidisciplinary group of professionals across the firm.

You will perform hydrology and hydraulics analyses, develop drainage reports, and assist with civil plans using MicroStation ORD. The role offers growth, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities to advance within RK&K's established practice.