Water Resources Engineer
Job Title: Water Resources Engineer
Location: Baltimore, MD (Hybrid Schedule)
Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per year
About Our Client:
Our client is a dynamic, innovative Water Resources Engineering firm located in Baltimore, MD. As a certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), they are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within their workforce and the communities they serve. Specializing in transportation-related water resources projects, they work with high-profile clients such as the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Maryland State Highway Administration (MSHA), and Baltimore County. Their primary focus areas include stormwater management, drainage design, and erosion and sediment control.
Position Overview:
Our client is looking for a highly motivated Water Resources Engineer with 3-8 years of experience to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects, with a focus on stormwater management, drainage design, and erosion and sediment control. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with key clients like MDOT, MSHA, and Baltimore County, ensuring that water resources solutions are innovative, sustainable, and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement stormwater management systems for transportation projects, including Best Management Practices (BMPs) and ensuring compliance with local and state regulations.
Develop and prepare erosion and sediment control plans to meet regulatory requirements for various construction projects.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis to support stormwater and drainage system designs.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver water resources solutions that are cost-effective, innovative, and aligned with project timelines and budgets.
Interact directly with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to manage project coordination, approvals, and compliance.
Prepare technical reports, permit applications, design documents, and other project deliverables.
Participate in site inspections and field investigations to verify design implementation and compliance with project standards.
Stay up to date with changes in industry standards, technologies, and regulatory requirements to ensure the highest quality of work.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
3-8 years of experience in water resources engineering, specifically with transportation projects.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Strong understanding of stormwater management, drainage design, erosion and sediment control, and related regulations.
Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, StormCAD).
Experience working with MDOT, MSHA, and Baltimore County is a plus.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and project teams.
Why Join Our Client's Team?
Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $120,000.
Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
Opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects with high-profile clients.
A diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
Career growth potential within a growing firm committed to professional development and advancement.
If you're a motivated Water Resources Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in this position.
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