Water Resources Project Engineer
Wright-Pierce
Provides engineering and environmental services for infrastructure and water systems.
Design, analyze, and manage water resources projects while supervising junior engineers.
23 days ago ago
$78,000 - $125,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Providence, RI
Office Full-Time
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Consulting
Project Management
Technical Services
Environmental Services
Water & Wastewater Engineering
Energy & Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Water
Wastewater
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
SCADA / Instrumentation Engineering
Water Resources
Mechanical / HVAC Engineering
Architectural / Structural Engineering
Role
Description
engineering calculations
design planning
technical review
task management
water resources
- Perform engineering calculations and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Engineering planning, analysis, and design of water resources related systems and infrastructure including stormwater, floodplain, riverine, coastal, roadways, sites, dams, and bridges.
- Task management - Review and assign work and/or check design calculations of junior staff.
- Perform technical reviews of water resources technical analysis and design documents.
Requirements
hydraulics
hec‑ras
swmm
gis
b.s. civil
eit
- Experience with open channel, gravity pipe, and bridge hydraulics.
- Hydrologic, Hydraulic, and Water Quality simulation and analysis (ie. HEC-RAS; HEC-SSP; HEC-HMS; HydroCad; SWMM) experience.
- Able to build strong relationship with coworkers.
- Experience with surface water hydrology and GIS.
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or similar required
- Engineer in Training Certification required
- Personal organization and time management skills.
- Professional Engineer licensure preferred
- 4 - 8 years’ experience in Water Resources Engineering.
- Strong communication, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- M.S. degree considered a plus
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire
- Paid volunteer hours
- Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment
- Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright-Pierce University training program
- Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave
- Mental health and well-being benefit
- 401(k) match with employer match and profit-sharing contribution with no vesting period
- Wellness program with fitness reimbursement
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Since 1947
Year Founded
The company has been providing innovative solutions for over 75 years.
- Builds a reputation as a trusted partner for water and infrastructure solutions.
- Specializes in providing innovative engineering and environmental services.
- Handles projects ranging from water treatment to wastewater management.
- Serves clients across diverse sectors to ensure sustainable utilities.
- Expertise spans the full project lifecycle, from concept to construction and operations.
- Known for tackling challenging, large-scale projects requiring advanced solutions.
- Key projects include wastewater treatment plants, water distribution systems, and flood control solutions.
- Collaborates with local governments and private clients to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Originally rooted in New England, now expanded to serve clients nationwide.
Culture + Values
Since 2002
Partnership Duration
The company has maintained a long-standing partnership with Engineers Without Borders, demonstrating its commitment to global engineering and community development.
- “Engineering a better environment”
- “Mission: To deliver technical excellence and superior client service.”
- “Vision: To set the standard for infrastructure engineering.”
- Paying it forward in the communities we serve and beyond.
- Employee giving program designed to foster camaraderie through volunteerism while assisting organizations with their efforts to impact communities and enrich the natural environment.
- Annual United Way awareness and fundraising week.
- Routine STEAM education outreach with local schools through interactive activities, Q&A sessions, and presentations by junior- and senior-level staff.
Environment + Sustainability
40% reduction
Electrical Consumption
Achieved a significant reduction in electrical consumption at the upgraded wastewater facility in Falmouth, ME.
40% improvement
Treatment Efficiency
Enhanced treatment efficiency at the Falmouth, ME facility, reflecting improved operational performance.
No. 165
ENR Environmental Firms Ranking
Ranked No. 165 among ENR’s Top 200 Environmental Firms for overall environmental expertise.
No. 20
Wastewater Treatment Ranking
Ranked No. 20 in the Top 25 Wastewater Treatment category.
- First water‑treatment facility in New England to achieve LEED certification (Cocheco Well, Rochester, NH): geothermal heating/cooling; high‑efficiency pumps; building orientation for natural lighting; use of local materials; stormwater infiltration.
- Achieved 8 mg/L total nitrogen and 1 mg/L phosphorus discharge targets at Falmouth, ME wastewater facility.
- Recipient of ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards and EPA Environmental Merit Award for watershed-based nitrogen management strategies.
Inclusion & Diversity
350+
Professionals
The company employs over 350 professionals across multiple regions.
2002
Partnership Started
The company has been partnering with Engineers Without Borders since 2002.
- STEAM outreach includes both junior‑ and senior‑level staff involvement (no further demographic data disclosed).
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