Senior Water Resources Engineer

LJB   Engineering is a national, multi-disciplinary engineering consulting   firm with four main practices: Water/Civil, Transportation, Buildings   Structure Design and Safety/Fall Protection Design/Installation. Our   diverse expertise, client base, and geographies have enabled LJB to   serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries. 

We   are seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer within our   Water/Civil practice to support our rail services, as well as other   public and private clients across the United States. This position can   be fully remote or fully/hybrid in-office at one of our existing office   locations.  The position does require the ability/willingness to  perform  short-term (typically 2-4 days per month) travel to project  sites.

The  ideal candidate will have progressive experience  and possess the  professional and interpersonal skills to make a  positive impact to our  firm and the clients we serve. Specific  responsibilities, requirements,  and competencies are outlined below.

Pay: 98,000 – 120,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

SENIOR WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Hydrologic analysis of many diverse flood, climatic, and meteorological conditions across the United States. 
• Open channel 1D and 2D hydraulic analysis/modeling using steady and unsteady modeling. 
• Hydraulic design of drainage structures. 
• Preparation of engineering study reports and preliminary design concepts.
• Coordination with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Client and Project Management
• Short-term travel to complete field work involving hydraulic surveys.
• Other duties as assigned. 

SENIOR WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Education:

• Master’s degree preferred in civil engineering with an emphasis in water resources or a related field. 
• PE is required.

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate will have 6–12 years of relevant experience. However,   candidates outside of that range that meet core requirements may be   considered.
• Skill and experience in water resources  engineering,  specifically hydrology and hydraulic analyses utilizing  various methods  and software including HEC-HMS and two-dimensional  HEC-RAS models. 
• Willingness  and ability of travel and field  work, including periodic 4-day trips to  project sites and surveying in  variable outdoor conditions is required.
• Railroad industry experience is preferred.
• Skill and experience utilizing mapping and CAD drafting software including ArcGIS and MicroStation is preferred.
• CFM Certification with a working knowledge of utilizing FEMA regulatory models to obtain floodplain permits is a plus.
• Experience   with USACE Nationwide Permits and how they may impact the   identification of replacement bridges and culverts is a plus.

LJB   Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans/disabilities.   If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an  established  team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this  opportunity is  for you.

Recruiters or staffing agencies:  LJB Inc. is not  obligated to compensate any external recruiter or  search firm who  presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a LJB  Inc. employee  without a current, fully executed agreement on file.  Please direct all  communications to the HR team.

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