Water Resources Engineer - Junior to Mid-Level

Moffatt And Nichol; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Program

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Mentoring program

Pet Insurance

Training opportunities

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol seeks a Water Resources Engineer (Junior to Mid-Level) to join our Charleston, SC office. The role focuses on flood risk management, stormwater, and coastal resilience across various scales, with collaboration across our coastal engineering experts.

The candidate will work with 5–10 years of experience, supporting federal, municipal, and regional projects, including nature-based approaches and adaptive strategies. Travel may be required to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; Master’s preferred
• 5 to 10 years of experience in water resources/stormwater projects
• PE license within 6 months of hire; CFM preferred
• Experience with floodplain mapping, FEMA regs, and stormwater design
• Proficient in GIS, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, and project coordination

Responsibilities

• Prepares analyses, plans, specs and cost estimates for flood risk and stormwater projects
• Develops 1D/2D hydrologic/hydraulic models
• Assesses flood risk and drainage system performance under current and future conditions
• Supports storm surge, tidal flooding, and climate resilience studies
• Documents analyses in memos, reports, figures and client presentations
• Coordinates with project team members, subcontractors and agencies
• Engages with stakeholders and regulatory requirements for permitting
• Contributes to feasible, cost-aware design and proposals
• Coordinates cross-office work and workshare delivery

Skills

Water resources

Stormwater management

Hydrologic modeling

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental Eng

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

PCSWMM

InfoWorks ICM

ESRI GIS

Python/MATLAB

Job description

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Water Resources Engineer - Junior to Mid-Level

Regular Full-Time Water Resource Eng Charleston, SC, US

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large, complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as a worldwide leader in this field. We are actively looking for a Water Resources / Stormwater Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience to join our Charleston office. As the successful new hire, you will work across project scales and timelines — from federal flood risk management projects to municipal stormwater master plans to resilience plans — collaborating closely with Moffatt & Nichol's coastal engineering experts as well as Waggonner & Ball, a Moffatt & Nicol studio, on regional resilience strategies and nature-based approaches that go beyond traditional H&H (hydrology and hydraulic) modeling. This is a unique opportunity to help grow our Charleston office and expand our footprint across the Southeast, with some travel to support project delivery, backed by the full technical depth of our Raleigh team and Moffatt & Nichol's national water resources practice.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 5th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Prepares engineering analyses, plans, specifications, and cost estimates in support of flood risk management, coastal resilience, stormwater, and drainage infrastructure projects
• Develops and applies hydrologic, hydraulic, and hydrodynamic models, including 1D/2D riverine, urban drainage, interior basin, and coastal/tidal systems
• Performs numerical modelling and engineering calculations to evaluate flood risk, system capacity, pump and outfall performance, and mitigation alternatives under existing and future conditions
• Supports analyses related to storm surge, tidal flooding, rainfall-driven flooding, and sea level rise, including evaluation of phased and adaptive implementation approaches
• Prepares technical memoranda, reports, exhibits, figures, and presentation materials to document analyses and communicate findings to internal teams and public-sector clients
• Participates in technical coordination with project team members, internal disciplines (planning, GIS, visualization), subcontractors, and government agencies
• Supports and participates in stakeholder engagement activities for projects involving municipal, state, and federal agencies, including coordination with regulatory requirements related to floodplain management and coastal permitting
• Contributes to technical decision-making regarding feasibility, alternatives evaluation, cost considerations, and constructability
• Coordinates task-level work and collaborates across offices to support project delivery and workshare execution

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
  • Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering preferred
• 5 to 10 years of experience related to water resources / stormwater management projects
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required within 6 months of hire
  • Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Certificate preferred
• Background and/or experience with engineering analysis and design of various project types including a majority of the following:
  • Floodplain mapping and floodplain management
  • FEMA Floodplain Regulations and Standards
  • Stormwater hydrology and hydraulic modeling; stormwater and drainage infrastructure permitting and design
  • Watershed assessment & planning
  • Urban flood risk and floodplain managementFlood protection and resilience
  • Low impact development/green infrastructure
  • Preparing project scope and fee proposals
  • Construction principles, including survey, inspection, and engineering methods and materials, and surveying methods and techniques
• Working knowledge of software programs and techniques, which should include:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • HEC-RAS , HEC-HMS
  • SWMM/XPSWMM/PCSWMM
  • InfoWorks ICM
  • ESRI GIS
    • Python/MATLAB/coding for GIS and modeling preferred
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Physical Requirements:

Work is generally performed in an office or client office setting. Ability to use standard office equipment is required. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Light regional travel will be required.

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:

• We offer a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package with low employee contributions
  • Family coverage is available
  • Low-deductible plan available
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
  • Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
• 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
• And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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