Water Resources Engineer

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As an employee‑owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity’s biggest challenges in an ever‑evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

• Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
• Req  : 112422
• Opportunity Type : Staff
• Relocation eligible : No
• Full time/Part time : Full-Time
• Project Only Hire : No
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401k match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning.

You are empowered at every step of your career journey.

Black & Veatch has an exciting Water Resources Engineer opening focused on stormwater planning and design, flood control, condition assessment of water assets, and water supply planning. This hybrid position can be based out of our San Marcos, Los Angeles, Murietta, or Irvine, CA offices.

• Lead the execution of water resources projects for services including the following:
• Planning, modeling and/or design of stormwater improvements, including open channels, storm or combined sewer systems, and stormwater detention/retention facilities
• Planning and/or design of green infrastructure and sustainable watershed measures, including structural BMPs
• Planning and/or design of flood mitigation improvements, including dams, levees, reservoirs, and pump stations
• Erosion and sediment control planning and design, including SWPPP development
• Regulatory compliance and permitting efforts for USACE, FEMA, and other environmental permit submittals
• Provide business development leadership to identify and capture the above services
• Build client relationships throughout the target geography to drive growth of the business
• Lead the execution of the services listed above and act as Project Manager
• Interface with innovative stormwater, water quality, and planning partners to leverage new technologies and approaches for the benefit of our clients
• Provide technical mentorship to professionals
• Identify, recruit, and supervise earlier‑career professionals
• Support the development and growth of the larger Planning business by identifying and supporting water supply, water and wastewater masterplan, asset management, and condition assessment opportunities

• 11+ years of water resources planning and design experience
• Experience developing and executing water resource planning and design projects
• Have proficiency with some or all of the following applications and models
  • HEC‑RAS
  • HEC‑HMS
  • EPA/XP‑SWMM
  • Info Works
  • EFDC
  • CFD
  • ArcGIS
  • Cityworks, Lucity, or other Asset Management/CMMS systems
• Experience with regulatory requirements and procedures
• Drive client‑facing/business development effort

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.

Professional Engineer (P.E.), California

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Majority of work is office based. Some site visits will be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Annual compensation range: $ - $

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