What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Water Resources Engineer position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB’s Water Resources group is growing across New England, and we're looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join its dynamic team of Water Resources specialists in Winooski, Vermont. We’re looking for an early career Water Resources Engineer to work with our existing water resource group and support our work in the areas of hydrology and hydraulics analysis, stormwater management, culvert and bridge design, flood mitigation and management, and resiliency efforts, among others. Our work supports public and private clients with resilient and sustainable solutions to their water resources challenges using innovative approaches.
Responsibilities
- Conduct a wide array of water resources related studies and analysis including: hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of stormwater systems, analysis and design of conveyance systems (e.g., bridges and culverts), dam safety analysis, stream restoration and floodplain analysis
- Conduct data collection and field work
- Prepare hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, engineering designs, and permit applications
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skill
- Highly Motivated
- Ability to solve problems and think creatively
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Ability to think crtitically
- Team oriented
- Strong computer skills with AutoCAD and GIS experience desired
- Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis desired
Qualifications
- BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- 0-1 years of professional Civil or Environmental engineering experience
- AutoCAD, HydroCAD and ArcGIS experience is a plus
- Ability to perform fieldwork
- FE Preferred
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $70,000–$73,000 for candidates located in Vermont. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including individual qualifications, education, and experience.
We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Salary : $70,000 - $73,000