Senior Water Resources Engineer

houstonengineeringinc· Water Resources
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Company Description

Job Location: Omaha, NE

OUR CULTURE.  YOUR CAREER.

Are you looking to make a difference by protecting our most valuable natural resource? Join Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI) as a Water Resources Engineer and put your knowledge and skills into action to solve complex water management issues involving both water quantity and quality.

HEI is a full-service civil engineering, environmental, surveying, and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout the Midwest. Having been in business since 1968, we have provided outstanding client service and effectively managed our business strategy resulting in sustained growth.  Our commitment continues to be meeting our client needs and providing a productive (and fun) atmosphere for our employees.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our Nebraska team:

  • Write, develop, organize, and review project studies, reports, and design documents for water resources projects.
  • Provide field services and construction oversight for water resources projects such as dams, levees, streams, and lakes.
  • Be a mentor and develop younger engineers to become effective water resource modelers, designers, planners, and project managers.
  • Engage in public speaking regarding civil engineer water resources projects.

Likely Water Resource projects this role will be involved in are: hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, storm water planning, stream restoration, design of flood reduction and water quality improvements, and watershed-scale plans and studies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering, Bioproducts and Biosystem Engineering, or related Engineering field.
  • 6+ years of experience in water resources engineering, preferably in the Midwest.
  • NE Professional Engineer’s License or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
  • Interest in leading others and pursuing continual growth as a leader.
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel periodically.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Benefits of Joining HEI

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay, significant annual bonuses, paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA & FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the PB 50 best places to work for several years in a row!

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This Senior Water Resources Engineer role at houstonengineeringinc is based in NE, Omaha, Omaha, NE, United States, us. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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