Water Resources Engineer (PE) – Lead Projects & Design

Houston-Engineering,-Inc; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) match

HSA access

FSAs

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Houston Engineering, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Water Resources Engineer (PE) to lead and manage civil and water resources projects focused on water quantity and quality.

You will work with a team of engineers to advance design and watershed planning efforts. The role involves preparing studies, hydrologic models, analyses, and design documents, with client leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering, Bioproducts and Biosystem Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in civil and water resources engineering.
• MN Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Basic understanding of water resources and regulations in Minnesota.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills.
• Solid critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
• Positive attitude under pressure; team player; self-motivated.
• Excellent leadership and project management skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, or hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare studies, reports, and design documents for civil and water resources projects.
• Prepare hydrologic and hydrology models.
• Perform engineering analyses and calculations.
• Outline engineering services, scope of work, and project design.
• Develop solutions for various water resource projects.
• Lead client contact and communications.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental or related engineering

MN PE license or eligibility within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Hydrologic/Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Houston Engineering, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Water Resources Engineer (PE) to lead and manage civil and water resources projects focused on water quantity and quality.

You will work with a team of engineers to advance design and watershed planning efforts. The role involves preparing studies, hydrologic models, analyses, and design documents, with client leadership and cross-functional collaboration.