H&H Staff Engineer (Entry-Level)

Kleinschmidt Group • Portland, OR

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Kleinschmidt is hiring an entry-level Hydrologic & Hydraulic Staff Engineer to support H&H analysis and modeling for hydropower and river restoration projects. The position is based in Portland, Oregon, with consideration for other locations where Kleinschmidt has an existing office. The role offers a hybrid work environment, with a preference for being in the office at least three days per week; remote applicants with relevant experience may also be considered.

The engineer will work directly with mid-level and senior staff throughout project delivery, from conceptual design through issued-for-bid construction drawings. Projects involve collaboration with scientists, data analysts, engineers, and licensing experts to develop solutions supporting renewable energy projects. Work may provide experience in floodplain management, dam breach and hazard assessments, dam decommissioning or removal, hydropower feasibility, and fish passage engineering.

Project work includes site visits, field data collection, engineering calculations and analysis, H&H software design and modeling, GIS spatial analysis or data processing, review and application of hydraulic modeling results, technical report writing, and participation in client and stakeholder meetings. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available now or in the future. Travel and a valid driver's license are required. The stated salary range is $70,000–$90,000 per year, based on experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering with a concentration in Hydrology & Hydraulics.
• Knowledge and/or relevant coursework in H&H engineering principles.
• Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team and apply engineering skills in analysis and design throughout a project lifecycle.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; the position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
• Willingness to travel.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Prior experience with H&H modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or SRH-2D.
• Experience with ArcGIS or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with CFD modeling software such as FLOW-3D or Star-CCM+.
• Direct project experience completing H&H tasks, including channel flow and/or pressurized conveyance calculations.
• Land survey or RTK experience.

Responsibilities

• Support hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and modeling for hydropower and river restoration projects.
• Contribute to project delivery from conceptual designs through issued-for-bid construction drawings, working with mid-level and senior staff.
• Collaborate with scientists, data analysts, engineers, and licensing experts on renewable energy projects.
• Conduct site visits and collect field data.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis.
• Design and model using H&H software.
• Perform spatial analysis or data processing in GIS.
• Review and apply hydraulic modeling results.
• Write technical reports.
• Participate in meetings with clients and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• Bonus program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package.
• 401(k) with 4% employer match and 100% immediate vesting.
• 10 paid floating holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee ownership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level