Water Resources Engineer

Step Into Your Role

As a mid-level Water Resources Engineer, you will focus on water resources and stormwater management projects that support our clients by providing professional planning, design, implementation, and construction services for drainage systems, erosion and sediment control, hydraulic/hydraulic analysis, and stormwater management designs. This position is available in our Dover, DE or New Castle, DE office.

Responsibilities:

• Technical expertise in the design and development of drainage design, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management analysis.
• Collaborate with civil engineers and project leaders to develop engineering plans and specifications to meet project goals.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to gather data and assess project requirements.
• Finalize technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and analysis.
• Prepare project proposals and cost estimates.
• May coordinate or supervise assigned staff.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related field.
• 4-8 years of related civil design experience in the field of water resources, stormwater management, and/or erosion and sediment control.
• Proficient knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• A strong work ethic with excellent organizational, communication, computer, technical writing, and team building skills.

Preferred Skills/Experience: 

• EI Certification
• PE License
• CCR Certification
• Consultancy experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HydroCAD, and other relevant software.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder 

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 100 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver. 

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: 

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. 

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) 

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES  

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.