Water Resources Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)
About The Position
Barr is seeking a water resources engineer to join our Bismarck team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Water Resources group, working on projects with a diverse team of engineers and scientists and completing water resources, civil engineering, and related technical assignments. Assignments may include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, GIS, and CADD work. A successful person in this role will have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. They must possess a flexible working style and be willing to occasionally modify their schedule to meet deadlines and/or client needs. Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr’s Bismarck, North Dakota, office. Work environment: ability to work in an office environment. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Education: bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering with emphasis on water resources.
- Experience: 5+ years of water resources engineering experience with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, or water quality. Experience leading tasks or projects. Experience and knowledge of hydrologic modeling and 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling software.
- Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or PhD in civil or environmental engineering with a focus on hydrology and/or hydraulics.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within one year.
- Experience in business development and client management.
- Experience with water quality modeling and analysis.
- Working knowledge of GIS and CADD software.
- Experience with site development design, plans, and/or specifications.
- Construction observation, fieldwork, and surveying experience.
Responsibilities
- Hydraulic and hydrologic analysis: hydrologic analysis related to stormwater planning and flood control, hydraulic analysis and design related to storm sewer infrastructure, rivers, streams, conveyances, dams, and other hydraulic structures.
- Reporting: assist with the preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications, and work with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials.
- Project and task management: assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients.
Benefits
- Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
- Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
- Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
- Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
- Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
