Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure, coastal, and water resources projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Mid to Senior Level Water Resources Engineer to join our Seattle office (This position can be remote based. As part of the Water Group, the Water Resources Engineer will coordinate with BULs and assist in leading the strategic planning and internal/external engagement for reservoir storage recovery opportunities, projects, and programs for new and existing clientele. 

About Moffatt & Nichol:  

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News-Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023. 

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy. 

Duties and responsibilities: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Assists in leading the strategic planning and internal/external engagement for reservoir storage recovery opportunities, projects, and programs for new and existing clientele
• Manages projects, tasks, including scope, schedule and budget. Manages project tasks and assists in identification of talent to grow the capabilities of the local, regional, and national team
• Assists in leading the development of plans, specifications, and cost estimates, in support of final bid packages
• Assists the technical lead on projects and, as appropriate, oversees junior, and mid-level engineering staff on projects that may include dredging, sediment management, geomorphology, surface water hydrology & hydraulics, flood risk management, estuarine/ coastal restoration and protection, and construction and value engineering
• Will help drive expansion of reservoir storage recovery capabilities within company
• Supports management of multidisciplinary teams on small to mid-sized coastal and port/maritime projects
• Oversees 1D and 2D riverine hydraulic and sediment modeling
• Assists in preparation and reviews of proposal and labor estimates. When appropriate, participates in project interviews
• Prepares written and graphic reports and makes presentations
• Prepares various draft and final documents, including reports and technical memoranda
• Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
• Assists with maintaining compliance related to project governance and audits related to corporate certification requirements (e.g. ISO9001)
• Supervisory responsibilities: 
  • Provides guidance to subordinates with the latitude of established company policies when necessary

Other duties: 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering; required
• Master’s degree in civil, Coastal, or Water Resources Engineering; preferred
• 10 years of experience; required
• Professional Engineering (PE) license; required
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Certificate; preferred
• Broad expertise or unique knowledge, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives to achieve goals in creative and effective ways
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with team members and project managers
• Background and/or experience with engineering analysis and design of various project types including a combination of:
  • Civil and drainage design and plan preparation
  • Reservoir storage recovery
  • Coastal / Port projects
  • Floodplain mapping and floodplain management
  • FEMA Floodplain Regulations and Standards
  • Watershed assessment & planning
  • Urban flood risk and floodplain management
  • Flood protection and resilience
• Working knowledge of software programs and techniques, which may include:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • HEC-RAS
  • HEC-HMS
  • ESRI GIS
  • Microsoft office suite
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire 

Base salary range:  

$122,400 to $149,600 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description. 

Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the Washington markets.

Working conditions: 

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. 

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW

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