Water Resources Engineer: Stormwater & Hydraulics Lead

Thomas & Hutton; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus bonus

Condensed work schedule

Top-tier health, dental, vision and Rx

401(k), PTO, holidays, tuition assis t

Thomas & Hutton University and hands‑n

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton, a leading civil engineering firm in Columbia, SC, is seeking a water resources engineer to advance stormwater and drainage projects across the Southeast. You will collaborate with mentors and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact designs that protect communities and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, permit coordination, and use of Civil 3D and modeling tools, with opportunities for growth, mentoring, and industry-best benefits in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• EIT certification required; PE license strongly preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in water resources engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and stormwater design
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D software applications
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assignments on schedule
• Client-service mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to lead a design team, delegate responsibilities, and track project progress
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail; excellent time-management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction plans and engineering designs for stormwater management, drainage, flood-control, and water resources projects
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support project planning and design
• Develop stormwater management reports, drainage studies, and supporting technical documentation
• Assist with the preparation of permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies
• Utilize Civil 3D and water resources modeling software to develop and refine project designs
• Coordinate regularly with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project delivery
• Lead and coordinate design activities, including assigning tasks and monitoring progress of team members
• Support project execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives

Skills

Strong communication

Client-service mindset

Leadership ability

Multitasking/time-management

Problem-solving/detail-oriented

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic/ hydraulic modeling software

Job description

Thomas & Hutton, a leading civil engineering firm in Columbia, SC, is seeking a water resources engineer to advance stormwater and drainage projects across the Southeast. You will collaborate with mentors and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact designs that protect communities and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, permit coordination, and use of Civil 3D and modeling tools, with opportunities for growth, mentoring, and industry-best benefits in a