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Water Resources Engineer - 1102922
Washington, DC
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My client is currently hiring a Water Resources Engineer to join our team in Washington DC. As a Project Engineer you will utilize and advance your skills in design, modeling, green infrastructure, flooding/drainage, stormwater management, hydrology & hydraulics design and modeling, and environmental stabilization/restoration. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for an avenue to lead, manage complex projects and mentor Jr./Mid Level Engineers. 


 What you'll do: 


Develop, evaluate design stormwater management facilities to support commercial, industrial, residential, or public works infrastructure projects across RK&K’s vast portfolio

Develop water system analysis and modeling for water system and storage design

Floodplain analysis using HEC-RAS

Proactively deliver a wide range of water resource projects including river and stream remediation, shoreline stabilization including living shorelines, stream crossings, scour analysis, storm water systems, flood studies, watershed plans, and erosion/sediment control, in accordance with the scope, schedule, and budget set by the project manager.

Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness

Meet and work directly with other design team members including project manager, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients.

Develop civil engineering plans using AutoDesk Civil3D, MicroStation, GeoPak and GIS while applying knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards

Provide office and site visit support for projects in construction

Detail project analysis and prepare permit applications for oversight agencies to address the full range of environmental issues and conditions associated with water resources projects

Lead tasks, plan budgets, manage subcontractors 

 Required Skills and Experience


Minimum of four (4) years' experience in Water Resources Engineering/Design

Excellent Communication skills and attention to details with a team-work attitude is a must

Experience with preparation of construction plans and specifications,

Floodplain analysis utilizing HEC-RAS software,

Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, and GIS 

 Required Education and Certifications


Bachelors Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or similar)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

 Preferred qualifications


Experience with DDOT, VDOT, County and municipality projects


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