Water Resources Engineer

Schoel Engineering, established in 1888, is Alabama's oldest engineering firm and a member of the Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame. With offices in Birmingham and Huntsville, AL, Schoel offers services in civil engineering, land surveying, water resources, environmental services, and 3D modeling. The firm serves diverse markets, including commercial, healthcare, residential, and infrastructure, consistently delivering quality solutions that exceed client expectations.

With a family-oriented culture and technical expertise, Schoel is trusted for its role in some of Alabama's most prominent projects.

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Water Resources Engineer based in Birmingham, AL. The Water Resources Engineer will provide stormwater and water quality design in our Central Alabama region. The ideal candidate will combine technical depth in hydrologic/hydraulic (H&H) modeling, flood mitigation, and stormwater control measure (SCM) design.

• Provide design and analysis for projects involving stormwater management, flood mitigation, watershed studies, and water quality improvement for municipal and private clients.
• Perform design and analysis of stormwater infrastructure including detention and retention basins, open channels, storm drain networks, and stormwater control measures (SCMs).
• Conduct hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling using software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), PCSWMM, SSA, EPA SWMM.
• Complete floodplain studies and prepare documentation for FEMA CLOMR/LOMR submittals and No-Rise certifications.
• Develop technical documentation, including design reports, construction plans, and specifications, ensuring accuracy, quality control, and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal standards.
• Support permitting activities and coordinate with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers to integrate water resources solutions into broader project designs.
• Perform field work and site visits throughout project phases, including study, design, and construction.
• Assist with tracking project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communications.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alabama, or ability to obtain within 1-2 years.
• Demonstrated experience in stormwater management and/or water resources design.
• Experience using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), EPA SWMM).
• Experience with ArcGIS, or other QGIS and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of stormwater infrastructure design principles, construction document preparation, technical specifications, development of cost estimates, and permitting processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and coordination skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively to project team goals and community-focused outcomes.

• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) credential or experience with floodplain management practices.
• Experience in project management and client coordination.
• Experience supporting business development activities, including fostering client relationships and proposal development.
• Ability to present technical information clearly in team, client, or public settings.

Join our Water Resources team to lead and support a variety of civil and environmental projects, delivering projects that improve watershed health, reduce flood risk, and enhance water quality through innovative infrastructure and resilient design.