Lead Water Resources Engineer

WSP•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

WSP is currently recruiting for a Lead Water Resources Engineer with experience in our West Palm Beach, Florida location to join our dynamic Water Resources Team. Are you an engineer who enjoys a mix of field and office work? Are you looking to work with a worldwide company with an established team of professionals? Do you have strong people skills? We have an excellent career opportunity for an individual to grow as an engineer and help us continue to improve the communities where we live and work!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline
7-10 years of relevant experience
Knowledge in water resources, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stream restoration and other related engineering disciplines
Minimum FL Engineering in Training certification and / or FL Professional Engineer
Knowledge of engineering and other environmental issues in Florida
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of H&H modeling (ICRP4, HECRAS, etc.)
Strong engineering design skills and the ability to translate project designs into construction plans
Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to prepare reports and setup spreadsheets
Attention to detail
Works well in Team environment
Proficiency in using ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD
Must pass background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with WSP’s driving (MVR) policy
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Must be able to travel locally and out of area when necessary
The position is located in West Palm Beach, FL

Responsibilities

Serves as critical team member on water resource related projects
Organizing, scheduling, and prioritizing assignments and tasks
Performs standard or routine engineering calculations
Preparing project design, calculations, and drawings
Prepare / assist in the preparation of permit applications and supporting materials
Follow company safety policies and procedures, site safety standards and permit requirements
Performs site visits and contractor field oversight as needed
Prepares technical reports documenting the work performed and findings of investigations
Compiles information from reports and published documents
Evaluates and/or analyses the compiled information following standard methods and best engineering judgement
Performs Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling using a variety of software including ICPR, HEC-HMS/RAS, and SWMM
Uses ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD to assist with project analysis and designs
Performs stream restoration analysis and design to restore channels to a more historic condition
Performs wetland restoration analysis and design to restore large decommissioned agricultural sites to a more historic condition.
Remain current in latest water resource engineering techniques.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.