Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) Engineer

Zephyr U A S • Orange, CA

1d • $83,200 - $187,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) Engineer at Zephyr Rail Zephyr Rail is seeking an experienced Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) Engineer to join our growing design team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with hands-on experience in drainage design and water resources engineering for rail transportation infrastructure, with Class I railroad experience strongly preferred. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to a range of H&H efforts including modeling, design, coordination, and permitting support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related field).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) required; Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of H&H experience, with 7+ years of consecutive experience in Class I railroad, commuter rail, or light rail transit projects preferred.
• Class I experience (e.g., UPRR, BNSF, NS, CSX) is most relevant and strongly favored.
• Proficiency with H&H modeling tools and familiarity with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of railroad drainage standards, FEMA guidelines, and relevant permitting processes.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of consecutive experience in Class I railroad, commuter rail, or light rail transit projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using tools such as HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, HY-8, and CivilStorm.
• Design stormwater systems, culverts, channel improvements, and erosion control measures for rail-related infrastructure including trackbed improvements, bridge approaches, and intermodal yard expansions.
• Conduct floodplain assessments and support FEMA submittals and USACE Section 404 permit applications.
• Prepare drainage reports, technical memoranda, and plan sets in coordination with internal and external project teams.
• Collaborate across disciplines—track/civil, structural, environmental—and interface with clients, Class I railroads, public agencies, and municipalities.
• Support QA/QC efforts and mentor junior staff as needed.
• Represent Zephyr Rail in coordination meetings, permitting discussions, and field visits as appropriate.

Benefits

• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K

What This Job Offers

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