Water Resources Engineer P2

GRAEF; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Mentorship

Hybrid Schedule

Downtown office

Free parking

ESOP

Tuition Reimbursement

Healthcare

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Casual Dress

Job summary

GRAEF in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an entry-level Water Resources Engineer to support stormwater and floodplain projects for public and private clients across Wisconsin. You will participate in design efforts, modeling tasks, and coordination with teams under experienced mentors.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering, demonstrate interest in water resources, and have some internship or 1+ year experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering with interest in water resources and stormwater management.
• Minimum of 1 year of relatable work experience or internships.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing Stormwater Management Plans for projects under design project manager.
• Work on large-scale urban projects.
• Coordinate with other GRAEF disciplines, clients, and consultants.
• Design sustainable stormwater management including water reuse and green infrastructure.
• Learn state and local regulations and build relationships with permitting agencies.
• Perform modeling tasks in various software under guidance from experts.
• Assist with wetland and floodplain mitigation and permitting.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Interest in water resources

Internships or coursework emphasis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS software

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Job description

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing quality engineering services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best professional approach to service is to hire technically competent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated individuals. GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. If you are looking for the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects, have the satisfaction and security of working at a 100% employee-owned company, then GRAEF is the place for you!

Our dynamic growth and continued success have created an opportunity for an entry level Water Resources Engineer in our corporate headquarters office in downtown Milwaukee. This position is ideal for a candidate looking to have a design role on stormwater and floodplain projects for public and private clients throughout Wisconsin, with opportunities to support projects across the broader Midwest. Our position offers numerous learning challenges and an opportunity to become an important part of a well-established technical group.

Typical job duties include

• Assist in preparing Stormwater Management Plans for projects in support of the design project manager.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale urban projects.
• Coordinate with other GRAEF disciplines, clients, and consultants.
• Opportunity to design sustainable stormwater management including water reuse and green infrastructure.
• Learn state and local regulations and develop relationships with permitting agencies.
• Perform modeling tasks in a variety of software under guidance from technical experts.
• Assist with wetland and floodplain mitigation and permitting.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in water resources and stormwater management through internships or class emphasis.
• Minimum of 1 year of relatable work experience.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Good communication and writing skills.

Additional Qualifications

• Master's degree with an emphasis on hydraulics, hydrology or a related field of study is a plus.
• Experience with GIS software is a plus.
• SWPPP Certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with Hydrologic/hydraulic software including HydroCAD, HEC-RAS and SWMM would also be considered a plus.

Benefits

• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Exciting downtown office location, with free amenities, including onsite fitness center, pickleball courts, and more
• Free covered parking
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets