Water Resources Engineer I: Stormwater & Hydraulics Design

JMT; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Charleston, SC is seeking a water resources engineer to design and analyze stormwater systems, drainage, and related infrastructure. You will perform hydrologic analyses, develop designs, and prepare documents for permitting and construction with support from a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a civil engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, 5–10 years in water resources, and SC PE licensure or near-term entitlement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 5–10 years of civil engineering experience with water resources focus.
• PE licensure in SC or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficiency with CAD, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software, MS Office.
• Knowledge of stormwater, drainage, erosion control, and permitting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, and topographic data to support water resources work.
• Perform watershed delineations, drainage mapping, hydrologic analyses, and hydraulic calculations.
• Design stormwater systems, drainage improvements, BMPs, culverts, and conveyance structures.
• Use modeling and design tools to develop calculations, layouts, and technical materials.
• Prepare stormwater reports, permit exhibits, and design narratives for approvals.
• Create engineering documents for permitting, bidding, and construction with quantities and estimates.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, subconsultants, and internal teams to deliver projects.
• Attend meetings, document decisions, and support follow-up for water resources tasks.
• Conduct quality reviews of calculations, reports, and design documents per standards.
• Provide guidance and review support to junior staff within the department.

Skills

PE licensure (SC)

Water resources engineering

CAD

Hydraulic modeling

GIS

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering program

Tools

CAD software

Hydraulic modeling tools

MS Office

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Charleston, SC is seeking a water resources engineer to design and analyze stormwater systems, drainage, and related infrastructure. You will perform hydrologic analyses, develop designs, and prepare documents for permitting and construction with support from a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a civil engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, 5–10 years in water resources, and SC PE licensure or near-term entitlement.