Project Engineer
About The Position
Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join its Flood & Drainage team. The role is suited to an engineer with 5 to 8 years of water resources experience and an interest in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, flood risk reduction, and resilient infrastructure. The Project Engineer will support and lead technical studies for public agencies involving stormwater systems, flood control facilities, drainage master plans, pump stations, floodplain analyses, and watershed management projects. Working with senior engineers and project managers, the engineer will develop solutions using modeling tools, GIS technology, and data-driven analysis to address flooding, drainage, and climate resilience challenges. This is a staffed, hourly, non-exempt, full-time position based in San Diego, California. The listed compensation range is $48.25–$59.25 per hour. Offers may vary based on experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Wood Rodgers describes a culture that encourages employee growth, creative solutions, collaboration, and reinvestment in employees. The company offers leadership development programs, goal setting, mentorship, and opportunities to grow within the company.
Requirements
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in water resources engineering; the position description identifies an ideal experience range of 5 to 8 years.
- Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, InfoWorks ICM, XP-SWMM, TUFLOW, and MIKE software.
- Expertise in 1D/2D hydraulic modeling, model calibration, floodplain mapping, FEMA studies, pump station analysis, and drainage master planning.
- Skills in ArcGIS Pro and geospatial data management, and ability to apply data-driven solutions to water resources and stormwater projects.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills, including the ability to present complex engineering and modeling results effectively.
- Collaborative approach and experience supporting project delivery and developing high-quality engineering solutions.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting sea level rise assessments, climate resilience initiatives, and capital improvement planning.
- Experience mentoring junior staff.
Responsibilities
- Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for storm drain, watershed, floodplain, pump station, and flood control projects.
- Build, calibrate, validate, and maintain engineering models using historical rainfall, flow monitoring, and field data.
- Perform flood risk, drainage capacity, and infrastructure deficiency analyses.
- Evaluate alternatives and develop Capital Improvement Program (CIP) recommendations.
- Develop and manage GIS databases and map products to support engineering studies.
- Support preparation of drainage master plans, FEMA flood studies, and climate resilience assessments.
- Assist with pump station, channel, culvert, detention basin, and storm drain improvement projects.
- Prepare technical memoranda, engineering reports, exhibits, and client presentations.
- Conduct field investigations and coordinate with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders.
- Support preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents.
- Mentor junior staff and support project delivery.
Benefits
- Leadership development programs and goal setting.
- Mentorship and opportunities for career growth.
- Company events and surprise days off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
