Civil Engineer II - Water Resources

RRC POWER AND ENERGY•Round Rock, TX

About The Position

RRC is seeking a talented Civil Engineer II – Water Resources to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Austin/Round Rock Texas office. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape. RRC CORE VALUES Must understand and personify RRC’s core values: Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Water Resources or Civil/Environmental Engineering.
EIT and able to obtain a PE license within 6 months from hire, or current PE.
2-4 years of strong experience in engineering drainage design and hydrologic/ hydraulic concepts and modeling preferred.
Knowledge of hydrological methods: Rational method, Small Watershed Method, SCS Hydrological Soils (NRCS) required.
Working knowledge of a wide range of software including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, ArcGIS, HY-8, etc.
Experience with ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and extensions.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.
Proficient with office software including MS Word, MS Excel, Blue Beam, Adobe, etc.
Ability to prepare technical reports with supporting exhibits, tables, charts, and software output.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team .
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to build relationships with team members and prepare project reports.
5% travel may be expected to jobsites for site visits and/or client meetings, and may include overnight stays for several days

Nice To Haves

Technical experience with 2D modeling software packages such as FLO2D preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform large complex hydrologic and hydraulic modelling for the development of wind and solar projects.
Perform analysis and design of stormwater drainage systems including, culvert design, roadway low water crossings, stormwater detention, scour analysis and mitigation measures, etc.
Perform stormwater quality and erosion mitigation analysis and design. This may include design of sedimentation basins, stormwater BMPs, and related hydraulic structures.
Perform floodplain modeling.
Prepare reports, studies, exhibits and designs related to hydrologic and hydraulic analysis.
Work closely with other technical staff to produce quality H&H models, analyses, and cost-effective designs.
Assist in development of construction documents.
Perform project field visits and investigations.
Conduct research for project specific stormwater management requirements.
Assist in development of H&H analysis standardized processes, standards, and best practices.
Work with other team members to develop and enhance modeling skills.
Work closely with the Project Engineers and CAD designers to provide an integrated civil drainage design within the allocated schedule and budget.
Responsive to the needs of the client and project requirements.