Entry Level Water Resources Engineer/Environmental Scientist - 2027 Graduate

VHB•Watertown, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our dynamic team of 20+ Water Resource professionals in Watertown, MA. We’re seeking an early-career Water Resources Engineer or Scientist to support a wide range of stormwater and water quality projects. This position is ideal for someone interested in applying technical, analytical, and field-based skills to real-world water resource challenges. The selected candidate will work as part of a collaborative team supporting projects related to stormwater regulatory compliance, water resources planning, policy and guidance development, field investigations, GIS-based analysis, and more. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to both office-based technical work and field assignments, while building experience across multiple aspects of water resources projects. Work is expected to begin in summer or fall 2027 and will be performed in a hybrid work setting.

Requirements

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Highly motivated, detail oriented, and organized
Ability to solve problems and think critically and creatively
Team oriented
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with AI tools
Familiarity with stormwater, water quality, or environmental regulations
0-1 year of experience in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
Ability and willingness to perform field work and travel to project sites as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with ArcGIS programs is strongly desired
Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, R, or Arcade, a plus
Master’s degree a plus

Responsibilities

Providing support for stormwater regulatory compliance programs for state, municipal, and other public-sector clients
Performing field investigations including, but not limited to, stormwater system inspections, construction site inspections, stormwater system mapping, and water quality sampling
Using GIS tools, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, to manage data, develop maps and tools, and perform spatial analyses
Supporting the collection, organization, analysis, and interpretation of environmental and water quality data
Developing innovative approaches for internal and client workflows
Preparing technical reports, graphics, and guidance documents for client deliverables
Assisting with the preparation of federal, state, and local permit applications and related documentation
Supporting stormwater program funding approaches, including preparing grant applications and developing stormwater enterprise funds