Water Resources Engineer PE

Apex Companies, LLC; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC in Fort Myers, Florida is seeking a Water Resources Engineer. This role involves leading and executing water resources engineering projects, including design work and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in stormwater management and ideally hold a PE License for Florida.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities, proficiency with related engineering software, and excellent communication skills. The position emphasizes teamwork and fostering a family atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in stormwater and/or groundwater.
• PE License desired or close to obtaining.
• Licensed Professional Engineer for the State of Florida desired.
• Construction experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with stormwater routing modeling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in water resources engineering projects.
• Lead design for construction drawings.
• Prepare stormwater management plans.
• Oversee project implementation and coordinate field work.
• Review reports and designs by internal staff.

Skills

Stormwater and/or groundwater knowledge

Strong written and verbal skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Problem-solving skills

Ability to thrive in a family atmosphere

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

ArcGIS

AutoCAD (Civil3D)

Job description

Your Responsibilities as a Water Resources Engineer:

• Participate in a variety of water resources engineering projects at the proposal, planning, and execution stages for engineering studies and construction projects.
• Lead and be responsible for conceptual, preliminary, and final construction design drawings for water control structures, regional flood mitigation projects, and water quality improvement projects.
• Obtain a thorough understanding of stormwater analysis and design through related experience, including the preparation of stormwater management plans involving hydraulic and hydrologic modeling analyses, hydrogeology, design concepts, assessment of climatic data, flood assessments, floodplain mapping and modeling, flood mitigation designs, natural channel design, environmental compliance, and regulatory permitting.
• Provide technical review and sealing of engineering design drawings where applicable.
• Use stormwater management modeling programs such as HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, and StormWise/ICPR4.
• Oversee pre‑construction, during‑construction, and post‑construction implementation of water resources projects and coordinate field work.
• Provide peer review of reports and designs by internal water resources staff.
• Liaise with clients, agencies, and others to determine project requirements and obtain approvals.
• Manage project scheduling to ensure that project and client needs are met timely and effectively, and manage the financial aspects of the projects.
• Supervise CAD designers and coordinate with other departments, professions, and agencies.
• Supervise permit technicians and administration in completing permit applications to move the permit application process forward.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or related field from a four‑year college or university.
• 5+ years of experience in stormwater and/or groundwater.
• PE License desired or close to obtaining.
• Licensed Professional Engineer for the State of Florida desired.
• Strong written and verbal skills required.
• Construction experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to effectively present information to governmental boards, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Experience with stormwater routing modeling, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD (Civil3D) preferred.
• Working knowledge of the rules and regulations implemented by state and federal regulatory agencies (e.g., Florida Department of Emergency Protection, South Florida Water Management District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Department of Transportation) desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Ability to thrive in a family atmosphere.
• Excellent driving record and valid driver's license required.

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