What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Engineer/Designer - Water Resources position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
Civil Engineer/Designer - Water Resources
Richmond, VA | Virginia Beach, VA | Williamsburg, VA
VHB, recently recognized as a 2025 Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, is seeking a Water Resources Engineer/Designer to join our growing team in Virginia. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful water resources projects that support sustainable development and community resilience.
As a key member of our multidisciplinary Water Resources team, you will collaborate on a wide range of projects—from hydrologic and hydraulic studies to stormwater management, stream restoration, bridge and culvert design, and coastal resiliency. You’ll work alongside industry experts to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions for public and private sector clients.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (1D and 2D) using tools like HEC-RAS and HydroCAD
- Design stormwater systems, culverts, and stream restorations
- Prepare technical reports, design plans, specifications, and permit applications
- Support task management, budgets, and proposal development
- Engage with clients, agencies, and stakeholders
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team culture
Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in AutoCAD, GIS, HEC-RAS, and related tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering
- 3–5 years of relevant water resources civil experience
- EIT preferred, on PE track
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/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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