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Water resources engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in water resources engineer job postings.
Sample water resources engineer requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Experience with hydraulic modeling software
  • Experience with water treatment and distribution systems
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes
Sample required water resources engineer soft skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines

Water resources engineer job description example 1

RESPEC water resources engineer job description

Qualifications: The successful candidate must have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related engineering field with 0 to 4 years of experience in the water resources engineering field that includes hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) studies/design experience. The candidate must be an Engineer-In-Training and have experience in supporting engineering and design services. Additional qualifications include the following:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Course work in hydrology and hydraulics
  • Practical application of the various H&H software, including HEC-RAS and CUHP/SWMM
  • Experience in drainage analysis, planning and design
  • Experience with civil design and site grading/layout
  • Experience with AutoCAD and GIS is preferred.

We enjoy flexible work hours and have an open office environment to share ideas.

Compensation: Typical salary range for this position is $62,000 to $70,000. Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package that consists of medical, vision, dental, holidays, paid leave, 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), continuing education, and professional societies. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the ESOP after a qualifying period.

Interviews: Interviews will be by appointment only.

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package that consists of medical, vision, dental, holidays, paid leave, 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), continuing education, and professional societies. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the ESOP after a qualifying period.

Interviews: Interviews will be by appointment only. Recruiters, please do not contact this job poster. Please do not contact us with unsolicited services or offers.

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Water resources engineer job description example 2

AMT Engineering water resources engineer job description

A. Morton Thomas, Inc. (AMT) is seeking a highly motivated Water Resources Engineer, with 10+ years of relevant experience, to join our growing Team of design professionals. The right candidate may be in Raleigh, NC or Charleston, SC. In this role, you will focus on projects in the Carolinas and support water resources tasks throughout the firm.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging projects, develop your career, and grow as AMT grows. We offer competitive compensation & benefits, flexible work schedules, and a potential relocation allowance for the right candidate.

ResponsibilitiesServe in a lead technical role for hydraulics modeling, reporting, and permitting Coordinate internally with other AMT disciplines and externally with clients and regulatory agencies Ensure project deliverables are accurate and complete Coordinate staffing and workload to meet and exceed project deadlines

Required Qualifications BS in Civil Engineering and Registered Professional Engineer10+ years of water resources related experience Hydrology and hydraulic analyses experience (HEC-HMS, 1-D/2-D HEC-RAS models, XP-SWMM/PC-SWMM) Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) desired Demonstrated knowledge of hydrology and open channel hydraulics Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills, both written and verbal
Why Join AMT?

At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 65 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization - values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into nearly 450 sets of dedicated hands.

The AMT Difference

Our company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork. leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company's stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture.

To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry.

Competitive Benefit Package

To strengthen and support its employees, its greatest asset, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. With AMT, you will get:
• Tiered medical coverage
• Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Short- and long-term disability
• College savings plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Training/Certifications
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Water resources engineer job description example 3

Albemarle water resources engineer job description

Are you inspired by “what's next”? So are we.

When you join the Albemarle team, you contribute to a better tomorrow. You will play a role in powering many of the world's largest and most critical industries, from energy and communications to transportation and electronics. We are putting innovation to work to improve people's lives and we want YOU to be a part of it.

Job Description

Group Water Resource Engineer
About Albemarle Lithium
Albemarle is the industry leader in lithium and lithium derivatives. We maintain the strongest vertically integrated position in the industry, from our unique natural resource position to specialty product manufacturing. As stewards of the planet, we at Albemarle are committed to meeting the needs of our customers for high quality products in a sustainable, safe, and environmentally responsible manner.
Role Summary
Albemarle is looking for an experienced water resource engineer or hydrologist to join our Lithium Resources Group to manage current and future lithium resource projects.
The Group Water Resource Engineer will manage project, operational and corporate stakeholders with technical and permitting expertise to ensure the success of Albemarle's global lithium business. The primary responsibilities of the role will include scoping and planning of environmental baseline characterization campaigns, development of technical risk and environmental impacts assessments, support of mine design options assessments, and the preparation of associated permit applications. Given the pace of growth and investment, the Group Water Resource Engineer will operate with skill and flexibility across various technical support and project responsibilities.
This position is part of the lithium resources organization reporting to the Mine Environmental & Approvals Manager. The position is based at our Kings Mountain office located near Charlotte, North Carolina. Periodic travel within the USA and internationally may be required.
Essential Functions
Manage the scoping, planning and execution of all environmental assessments related to mine development alternatives and associated impacts. This includes technical assessments related to pit/aquifer dewatering, water balance modeling, stream discharge assessments, surface water management, erosion modeling, tailings safety, climate change assessments, etc.Manage site characterization programs to ensure data collection and monitoring programs align with regulatory expectations and industry best practice.Manage the development of numerical water balance models to support assessment of 1) potential impacts from a variety of mine development alternatives, 2) water recycling and consumption reduction initiatives, 3) mitigation actions to minimize environmental and social impacts. Manage the preparation of applicable county, state, and federal regulatory permit applications (water resources focus). This includes short- and long-term permitting that will be required.Lead the establishment of a best-in-class safety culture for all field activities related to water resource investigations. Provide subject matter expert support for the internal and external (community) stakeholder engagement process to build an understanding of technical alternatives and impacts assessments related to mine design.Collaborate and provide subject matter expert knowledge within the larger lithium resources group to ensure mine development projects align with industry best practice for environmental management, water stewardship and sustainability. This includes design, construction, commissioning, and operational timeframes.Manage the preparation of budget estimates related to technical assessments, studies, and permitting.When required, support the development of internal policy and standards related to environmental management, water stewardship and sustainability.Provide subject matter expert support in the assessment of water stewardship and regulatory performance of our existing operations. Influence improvement initiatives to ensure best in class performance.
Competencies
Action oriented with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be self-directed Ability to think critically and strategically Ability to distill complexity and assess technical risk Strong project and technical acumen Strong problem solving and analysis skills Ability to communicate effectively Team player with the ability to proactively engage and collaborate.Ability to influence across different functions

Required Education and Experience
Minimum: Bachelor's degree in engineering (environmental, water resources, civil, chemical), hydrology, or environmental science. 10 to 15+ years of experience with hydrological investigations and modeling in the mining industry.Experience scoping and executing environmental baseline campaigns to support mine site characterization and impacts assessments.Experience leading prefeasibility, feasibility and detailed design studies for mine development projects. Experience in some (or all) of the following would be considered an asset:Options assessments for waste rock dumps, tailings, and other mining infrastructure,Assessments to identify water reduction opportunities for mining and processing projects,Comprehensive surface water modeling to support water management assessments and potential development impacts,Climate change impacts assessments (flood modeling, dewatering assessments, resiliency planning, etc.),Water treatment assessments for various mine waters.Experience leading mine permitting activities including completing technical assessments (above), preparation of permits, and coordination with agencies. Experience in some (or all) of the following would be considered an asset:Preparation and advancing state and federal mine approvals permitting (NEPA),Permitting for mine site and water treatment discharge (NPDES),Development of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP),Development of reclamation plans and associated bonding for mine approvals.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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