Water Resources Engineer

Overview

Senior water resources engineer leading hydraulic/hydrologic projects for resilient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• hydrologic modeling
• hydraulic modeling
• construction administration
• permit development
• project proposals
• client interaction

Tasks

-Mentoring and expanding the technical resources of our staff -Leading the construction administration for water resource projects -Work with VHB’s integrated team to evaluate permit requirements and support the development of permit applications -Developing technical reports, design plans, construction documents, and specifications for water resources related projects -Using analysis to identify and design flood, scour and resiliency improvements including both hardened features and nature based solutions and living shorelines -Leading multi-disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, and resiliency focus including interaction with staff and clients -Conducting hydrologic, hydraulic and scour studies for riverine and coastal environments using current modeling software including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HY-8, EPA SWMM, SRH-2D/SMS, CHAMP, and others -Attend and present at meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders -Performing FEMA “no-rise” analyses and assisting clients with FEMA map revisions -Lead the development of project proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates

Requirements

• pe license
• hydrologic modeling
• bs engineering
• 8-11 years
• problem solving
• permitting

What You Bring

-Minimum 8-11 years’ experience in related water resource engineering and analysis required -Must demonstrate superior ability in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders, clients, and teammates -Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills -BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering (a master’s degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience) -Team-oriented with strong capability to motivate others -PE license or ability to receive within 6 months is preferred. -Experience and interest in staff development -Advanced understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling programs, and the ability to select an apply to appropriate approach to solve our client’s problem -Understanding of local, state, and federal permitting

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Benefits

-Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace -Focus on learning, development, and career growth -Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation -Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

About Vhb

-A small civil engineering shop serving local communities. -Evolved into a multidisciplinary firm tackling engineering, planning, design, and environmental challenges. -Known for managing landmark infrastructure projects—from the South Coast Rail bridges to coastal resilience plans. -Blends transportation planning, environmental stewardship, energy solutions, and land development under one roof. -Demonstrated impact beyond design by detecting a critical bridge defect in Providence days before emergency closure. -Remains rooted in civil engineering but shines for its integrated solutions and hands-on role in transformative public infrastructure.

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