Early Career Water Resources Engineer

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here.

RESPEC is 100% employee‑owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data‑driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real‑world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters.

RESPEC seeks an Early Water Resources Engineer for our Sarasota, or Tampa, FL location. The Early Career Water Resources Engineer will be involved with all types of planning, design, and specialty services relating to community improvements, environmental compliance and permitting, infrastructure resiliency, stormwater engineering, and watershed modeling for our public and private sector clients.

Required

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field, from an ABET‑accredited program
• Strong passion for a civil engineering career
• Certification as an Engineer Intern, or a commitment to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering examination within 1 year of start date

Preferred

• Experience with ArcGIS Pro and Civil 3D
• Knowledge of developing and guiding construction plan preparation
• Practical application of various hydrology/hydraulics software (e.g. BMP Trains, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HSPF, ICPR, MODRET, Storm
  
  CAD, Storm Wise, SWMM, etc.)

Compensation:
Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe‑benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee‑owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Seniority level: Entry level.

Employment type: Full‑time.

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.

Industry: Professional Services.

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