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Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer

GPD Group
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2026
GPD is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join one of our Ohio or Kentucky offices. Our team partners with communities, watershed organizations, park districts, and public agencies to plan and deliver innovative solutions for stream and river restoration, dam removals, bank stabilization, stormwater studies, green infrastructure, and watershed resilient solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of watershed related projects that improve ecosystem function, enhance aquatic habitat, reduce flood risks, and create long-term benefits for local communities.

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 900 professionals working in 15 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.

Role Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field.
  • Minimum of 1-5 years’ experience in ecological restoration and project coordination.
  • Ability to work with senior engineers/designers and meet respective deadlines.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills and thrive in a multi-tasking work environment.
  • Desire to work in the field and assess streams.
  • CAD/Civil 3D knowledge preferred.
  • Proficiency in grading channels and sites preferred.
  • Understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, and open channel flow principles.
  • Knowledge or desire to advance skills in stream morphology, fluvial geomorphology, sediment transport, and bank stabilization techniques.
  • Knowledge or desire to advance skills in natural channel design and nature-based restoration solutions.
  • Ability to effectively assist in developing estimates and budgets.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with GIS software preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Project Design Engineer with 7 years of industry experience in the Federal, Retail/Commercial, Educational (PK-12 and Higher Ed.), and Healthcare spaces.
  • Federal design experience a plus.
  • PE License required.

Role Responsibilities

  • Support field investigations, geomorphic assessments, and construction oversight
  • Support grading and corridor development.
  • Support design and construction document development for ecological restoration projects
  • Design coordination with internal design team.
  • Collaborate with our internal team of surveyors, H&H modelers, environmental specialists, and geotechnical crew.
  • Supporting the team in other civil engineering project types, including parks and public infrastructure.
  • Other job duties as assigned.

GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows that they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering.

GPD offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching and company contribution
  • Bonus
  • Vacation & Sick Time
  • And much more…

At GPD Group, we believe in the value of every individual. GPD Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we assure you that all applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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