Site Civil Water Resources Engineer

WSP•Herndon, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Site Civil Water Resources Engineer to join their highly collaborative team in Herndon, Virginia. This is a hybrid role focusing on water resources and land development for public and private clients. The role involves creating dynamic solutions on a wide range of complex projects, with a primary focus on stormwater management and site civil grading to achieve general construction permits for power and municipal clients. The position offers training and mentorship for a successful career path.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline.
3-5 years of relevant work experience.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office
Basic understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D
Strong written and verbal communication skills in a team setting
Time management skills and self - motivated to continue learning

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline.
Experience with projects related to site / civil design
Coursework in hydrology / hydraulics and other relevant subjects
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D and HydroCAD (or similar hydro-modeling software e.g. Bentley)
Relevant internship experience
Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-GeoRAS, SWMM, HydroCAD, and ArcGIS
Proficient knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues.
Working knowledge of Stormwater Management, Drainage, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Watershed Studies, Floodplain Delineation, etc.

Responsibilities

Prepare design calculations, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional engineer, for: stormwater management, grading, erosion and sediment control, stream restoration, and other civil based projects
Produce construction documents (plans and specifications) using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, and HydroCAD software
Prepare permit applications for various local, state and federal agencies of jurisdiction.
Assist with the procurement process and perform construction engineering tasks, including site visits to monitor conformance to construction documents
Prepare written reports for clients or agencies of jurisdiction
Work under the direct/indirect supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer
Observe and document construction and installation of civil-stormwater projects.
Perform professional water resources engineering work and analyses relating to stormwater and hydraulic structures and surface water management in accordance with applicable laws, rules and standards.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for stormwater studies, floodplain mapping and stormwater infrastructure design.
Prepare watershed studies, floodplain studies, and evaluate regulated impoundment structures for compliance with regulations.
Perform concept level analysis and design of hydrologic and hydraulic models and computations for storm water and watershed master planning for Solar, BESS and Data Center facilities (other power renewables).
Participate in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work
Design a variety of facilities, such as bioretentions, dry detention ponds, wet extended retention ponds, permeable pavements, stormwater ponds, manufactured treatment devices, and underground detention facilities.
Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations.
Complete field monitoring and inspection of as-built conditions with reporting and photo documentation.
Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
Assist in developing project schedules and objectives for the project and staff.