Entry Level Water Resources Engineer

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Are you looking for a chance to build your career with a company that is Leading with Science? Are you interested in working with a group of talented women and men who drive innovation and celebrate the global community? We are currently seeking an Entry Level Water Resources Engineer to work in our Irvine, California office.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world flooding and stormwater problems while learning the skills needed to be a successful consultant. This is an engaging and high-impact position in which you will support clients with flood risk management and design, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analysis, water quantity, and watershed management projects.

Your Role:

• Perform field investigations and inspections
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
• Perform water quantity modeling and flood risk management for levees and dams
• Analyze watershed data using GIS and statistical techniques
• Develop or prepare descriptive charts, figures/maps, and tables/matrices
• Perform writing assignments to contribute to project documentation such as memos and reports
• Support design analysis through the application of quantitative and qualitative evaluation techniques
• Assist in the preparation of construction documents (plans and specifications)
• Develop quantity take-offs for construction bid items
• Support cost-benefit analysis
• Assist with quality control and assurance
   

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated educational and relevant work experience showing strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Background/interest in river hydraulics, civil design and/or watershed management
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an Accredited College or University
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation and ArcGIS preferred
• Computer literate; knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Able to work in the field and assist in the field data collection and surveying
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  

What We Can Offer You:

• Excellence and Achievement awards for our highest performers
• Flexibility that allows our employees to balance quality work and their personal lives
• Office location near great restaurants, banks, airport, etc.
• Company provided on-site parking
• Easy access to I-405 and I-55
  

The annual salary for this position is $63,000 - $75,000 depending on level of education, qualifications and experience.