Entry Level Water Resources Engineer
The Entry Level Water Resources Engineer at Confidential Client will collaborate with experienced engineers to design and model water resource projects including stormwater management, roadway drainage, and hydraulic systems. This role involves applying hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools to support sustainable infrastructure projects for public and private clients, contributing to community-strengthening solutions in a team-oriented environment.
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Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Water Resources Engineer to join their Water Resources team in Minneapolis, MN. This role offers hands-on project work, mentoring from experienced engineers, and exposure to hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, stormwater design, and environmental permitting for public- and private-sector clients.
Responsibilities
- Roadway drainage system layout and design, including new and retrofit systems and design of Best Management Practices (BMPs)
- Site design, including BMP design, modeling, and Low Impact Development (LID) practices
- Design of stormwater reuse systems, green infrastructure, and other sustainable stormwater management solutions
- Surface water management planning, feasibility studies, and technical assessments
- Hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling and analysis
- Hydraulic analysis for bridge, culvert, channel, and revetment design
- Bioengineering design for streambank stabilization, restoration, and wetland creation
- Erosion control and sediment management BMP design
- Wetland and floodplain mitigation analysis and permitting support
- Preparation of water-resources sections for environmental documents (EA, EAW, EIS)
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Biosystems Engineering (with hydrology/water-resources emphasis), or a related field
- EIT certification or ability to obtain EIT within 6 months
- Familiarity with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools such as SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD is a plus
- Experience with MicroStation/Geopak and/or AutoCAD is a plus
- Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support now or in the future
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $80,500 (as provided)
- 401(k) with company match and comprehensive health benefits
- Competitive pay, paid professional certifications and memberships
- Flexible scheduling and generous time-off programs
- Multiple professional development opportunities
- Employee-ownership benefits and participation (per company policy)
Why Join
- Work with experienced project engineers on a variety of water-resources projects for federal, state, local, and private clients
- Gain practical experience with H&H modeling and stormwater system design
- Supportive team environment with mentorship and career development programs
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