Water Resources Engineer – Scientist

Jobtailor

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in San Diego, CA is seeking a skilled environmental/geospatial professional to create actionable insights from hydrologic data. You will apply hydrology, water quality modeling, and geospatial analysis to deliver clear results to clients and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes ArcGIS-driven analysis, technical writing, and data processing of large datasets, with opportunities to influence policy and green infrastructure initiatives in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental/civil engineering, environmental science, hydrology, or related field, or 4 years’ experience
Master’s degree preferred
Working knowledge of hydrology and water quality modeling and geospatial analysis
Working knowledge of ArcGIS tools, including geospatial analysis of vector and raster datasets
Experience processing and analyzing large data sets
Understanding of stormwater management and green infrastructure
Proficient technical writing and ability to translate complex findings into graphics
Experience using Python or another coding language for automating large geospatial tasks (preferred)

Responsibilities

Create usable, actionable information through collaborative and innovative engineering and science approaches
Contribute to resource planning and design, including policy setting, water management, green infrastructure, scientific research, public education and outreach, and environmental justice/equity
Process and analyze hydrologic and other large datasets
Apply hydrology, water quality modeling, and geospatial analysis
Use ArcGIS for vector and raster dataset analysis and processing
Translate complex findings into graphics and technical writing
Develop new and useful approaches for delivering well-founded information to clients

Skills

Hydrology

Water Quality Modeling

Geospatial Analysis

Data Processing

Technical Writing

Python Programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental/civil engineering, environmental science, hydrology, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Create usable, actionable information through collaborative and innovative engineering and science approaches
Contribute to resource planning and design, including policy setting, water management, green infrastructure, scientific research, public education and outreach, and environmental justice/equity
Process and analyze hydrologic and other large datasets
Apply hydrology, water quality modeling, and geospatial analysis
Use ArcGIS for vector and raster dataset analysis and processing
Translate complex findings into graphics and technical writing
Develop new and useful approaches for delivering well-founded information to clients

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental/civil engineering, environmental science, hydrology, or related field, or a minimum of 4 years’ experience
Master’s preferred
Working knowledge of hydrology and water quality modeling and geospatial analysis of hydrologic datasets
Working knowledge of ArcGIS tools, including geospatial analysis of vector and raster datasets and accurate processing
Proven experience processing and analyzing large data sets
Understanding of stormwater management and capture, green infrastructure, etc.
Proficient technical writing skills and ability to translate complex findings into graphics
Experience using Python or another coding system for automating large geospatial tasks and dataset processing (preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in hydrology, water quality modeling, and geospatial analysis, with a strong ability to process large datasets and translate complex findings into accessible formats. Proficient in using ArcGIS for data analysis and technical writing to effectively communicate results.

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