Water Resources Project Engineer

Osborn Consulting; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical and dental insurance

401K with matching

PTO/holiday pay

Commute support

Profit sharing

Training and mentoring

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Osborn Consulting is seeking a Water Resources Project Engineer to join the Water Business Group in Bellevue. You will work on stormwater and drainage design for state and local projects, guiding tasks from planning through construction.

The role offers mentorship, leadership growth, and a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include producing hydrologic analyses, design drawings, and QA/QC, plus supporting project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain it within six months (FE exam).
• 0–3 years of experience in stormwater, drainage, or surface water projects.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CAD/modeling software familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality engineering reports, calculations, exhibits, and design drawings.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to meet agency requirements.
• Conduct site visits and data analysis as needed.
• Assist in PS&E development and QA/QC documentation.
• Develop design solutions within budget and schedules; ensure code compliance.
• Support Project Manager or Design Manager for deliverables.

Skills

Hydraulic analysis

Independent work

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

EIT certification or FE exam planned

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

InRoads/OpenRoads

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Job description

We are looking for a Water Resources Project Engineer in the Water Business Group who is passionate and excited about stormwater/drainage design.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of infrastructure improvement projects for state and local agencies, all while intersecting with multidisciplinary teams. See your project from paper to build condition by working on planning, preliminary design, final design, construction-ready design documents, and providing design support during construction!

There is an opportunity for leadership and growth at every level!Advance your technical skills while gaining valuable experience and opportunities to grow your career.Exercise judgment through problem solving, designing, and developing storm drainage solutions that improve the communities and environment in which we live and work. Lastly, you will have access to mentorship programs and peer support groups, all while working with like-minded individuals.

Join our team and help us serve our local communities while protecting the environment!

About the Role

In this position, you'll work with a highly collaborative team to:

• Provide quality engineering reports, calculations, exhibits, and design drawings.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and develop design calculations to meet state and local agency requirements.
• Conduct site visits and provide data analysis, as needed.
• Assist in the development and compiling of plans, specifications, and engineers' estimate (PS&E), and necessary QA/QC documentation.
• Provide design solutions for projects within budget and time schedules, ensuring compliance to applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and client and company standards.
• Provide support to the Project Manager or Design Manager for the coordination and development of project deliverables.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Hold an Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or be able to obtain it within six months. (Fundamentals of Engineering - FE exam)
• 0-3 years of experience in design, planning, and implementation of civil design projects focused on stormwater, drainage, and/or surface water.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of project design and design development using computer aided design software and modeling software (AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads, MGSFlood, WWHM, SWMM, SSA, InfoDrainage, HEC-RAS, etc.) or the drive and ability to learn quickly on the job.
• Ability to work independently and complete design tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to coordinate with team members and clients.
• To thrive in this position, you may also have these qualifications:
• Knowledge and understanding of state and local stormwater and/or surface water industry rules and regulations.
• Interest/experience working on linear roadway and highway projects.
• Familiarity with developing Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control (TESC) Plans and Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (CSWPP)
• Active participation in industry organizations such as APWA, ASCE, WTS, etc.

Location

This position is an in-office role (minimum 4 days a week in the office) based out of the Bellevue or Bellingham office.

About Osborn

Osborn Consulting is an employee-owned consulting firm providing civil engineering, landscape architecture, and urban design on public projects across Washington state. The power of these public projects surrounds our daily lives, from the sidewalks we stroll to visit our neighborhood park, to the confidence in knowing our homes are safe from flooding when heavy rain comes. Our team develops strong foundations of trust with cities, counties, and agencies to achieve more resilient and more sustainable communities.

We have grown strategically over the last 20 years from a firm of one to a team of more than 100 motivated, hard-working, and creative individuals. Working for Osborn provides you the chance to learn new skills, follow your passions, and have fun along the way!

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, success, and ownership. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.)

• Competitive pay, medical and dental insurance, a 401K plan with matching, PTO/holiday pay, health and fitness stipend, commute support, and profit sharing.
• A collaborative and fun environment with idea sharing, learning, and curiosity.
• Training and mentoring.
• Opportunities for growth within the company.

The expected compensation range for this position for employees based in the Bellevue and Bellingham area is $80,000-$96,000 annually and is dependent upon skills, years of experience, education, and professional registration.

What We Value

Our new team member will be someone who aligns with our core values of Professionalism & Responsibility, Collaboration & Creativity, Health & Well-Being, Laughter & Fun, Relationships & Respect, Growth & Exploration.

Our Diversity and Inclusion

Osborn is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

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