Surface Water Engineer I

Parametrix • Seattle, WA

3d • $36 - $39 • Hybrid

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking an entry-level engineer to join its Stormwater and Surface Water team in Greater Washington. The role supports projects involving stormwater management, drainage design, flood mitigation, water quality, fish passage, stream restoration, regulatory compliance, stormwater parks, and related infrastructure improvements that help communities manage and protect surface water resources. The position is based in the Seattle office, with a hybrid schedule and an emphasis on in-person collaboration, teamwork, and mentorship.

The engineer will work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals while building a foundation in stormwater and surface water planning, analysis, engineering, consulting, and project delivery. The role offers mentorship and progressively greater technical and project responsibilities as skills develop.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong interest in stormwater management, surface water engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, climate resilience, and sustainable infrastructure.
• Engineer-in-Training certification or plans to pursue it.
• Collaborative approach to project work and initiative to take ownership of tasks, ask questions, share ideas, seek feedback, follow through, and learn from others.
• Interest in working on a variety of projects and developing a well-rounded understanding of stormwater and surface water engineering.
• Ability to participate in site visits and fieldwork as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of stormwater, drainage, and surface water infrastructure projects.
• Assist with hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, engineering calculations, technical reports, design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Contribute to planning projects for stormwater system and watershed management, regulatory compliance, and climate resilience.
• Contribute to design projects involving stormwater parks, stormwater collection and conveyance systems, detention and water quality treatment facilities, flood mitigation, stream restoration, and green stormwater infrastructure.
• Support stormwater drainage and other civil design for a range of infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, designers, scientists, and other technical professionals across disciplines.
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, data collection, and construction support activities.
• Learn applicable design standards, stormwater regulations, modeling tools, and client expectations.
• Take on increasing technical and project responsibilities as skills develop.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), including stock earned in the employee's account
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick/wellness time accruals
• Paid holidays
• Parental bonding leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid, remote, or in-office options

What This Job Offers

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