Water Resources Project Engineer — Lead Stormwater Design

JT Engineering, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Year-end bonus

Comprehensive insurance

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Community service hours

Technical & leadership training

Wellness program

Culture & events

Philanthropy initiatives

Flexible work environment

Job summary

JT Engineering, Inc. seeks a Water Resources Project Engineer to lead stormwater and hydrology projects across Wisconsin. The role emphasizes designing detention/retention systems, performing HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/SWMM modeling, and integrating water resource solutions into municipal, transportation, and site development projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in water resources, a BS in Civil Engineering, and a PE license or plan to obtain within 12 months. Travel within Wisconsin may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Water Resources or related field
• 5+ years of experience in water resources engineering focusing on stormwater management
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Proficiency in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM) and AutoCAD Civil 3D; GIS proficiency
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal water regulations; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Design and develop stormwater management systems (detention/retention ponds, infiltration systems, conveyance channels) and ensure regulatory compliance
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to assess water flow, flood risks, and drainage capacity using HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, SWMM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate water resource solutions into transportation and site development projects
• Prepare and review environmental reports, permits, and impact assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence and sustainability
• Lead and manage water resource projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination
• Serve as primary client contact, providing technical expertise and supporting proposal preparation
• Conduct site inspections and oversee construction to ensure design specifications are met
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies, applying innovative solutions
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff in water resource engineering
• Adhere to internal Quality Control processes to ensure accuracy and compliance

Skills

Stormwater management

Hydrologic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS software

Project leadership

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS software

Job description

JT Engineering, Inc. seeks a Water Resources Project Engineer to lead stormwater and hydrology projects across Wisconsin. The role emphasizes designing detention/retention systems, performing HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS/SWMM modeling, and integrating water resource solutions into municipal, transportation, and site development projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in water resources, a BS in Civil Engineering, and a PE license or plan to obtain within 12 months. Travel within Wisconsin may be required.