Water Resources Engineer – Entry Level (Hybrid)

Barr•Minneapolis, MN

16h•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an entry-level water resources engineer for its Minneapolis, Minnesota, team. This hybrid role involves challenging project work in hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, civil engineering, and related technical activities. Assignments may include stormwater planning and hydrologic runoff analysis; hydrologic and hydraulic modeling; open-channel and pipe-flow design; and design of water-control and stormwater-treatment structures. Fieldwork may include construction observation, surveying, collecting hydrologic or water-quality measurements, and materials testing. The role may also involve preparing plans and specifications, working with permitting agencies and public officials, GIS and CADD work, report writing, and spreadsheet development. Short-term out-of-town assignments may be required. The engineer will support water-resources activities, contribute to project plans, specifications, and reports, and take part in site visits and inspections to help ensure construction follows design intent. The position involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and project managers in a professional consulting environment while developing technical skills. A hybrid arrangement may split time between a Barr office and a home office. Candidates should have strong computer, written, oral-presentation, independent-work, and collaboration skills, and a flexible working style, including willingness to occasionally adjust their schedule to meet deadlines or client needs. Work may take place on rough terrain at construction, manufacturing, or rural outdoor sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. The anticipated salary range is $70,000–$80,000 per year, with compensation varying based on relevant factors. Employees may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related engineering degree with an emphasis on water resources.
Familiarity with one or more of the following: hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, open-channel and pipe flow, lake and stream water-quality issues, or earthwork and grading plans.
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software, CADD, or GIS software.
Current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship by Barr now or in the future.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Strong written and oral presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a project team.
Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedule to meet deadlines or client needs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related degree with an emphasis on water resources.
Project design experience, such as stormwater management facility, site, or roadway design, including preparation of plans and specifications.
Exposure to GIS, CADD, or other relevant programs.

Responsibilities

Support water-resources engineering activities, including water-quality data collection, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and design of stormwater, open-channel and pipe-flow, and conveyance systems.
Contribute to stormwater planning and hydrologic runoff analysis.
Prepare plans and technical specifications and contribute to project report writing.
Participate in site visits and inspections to observe construction and help ensure compliance with design intent.
Perform field activities that may include construction observation, surveying, hydrologic or water-quality measurements, and materials testing.
Work with permitting agencies and public officials.
Perform GIS and CADD work and develop spreadsheets as needed.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and project managers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accidental death insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
Annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders as part of the company’s profit distribution model.
Annual time and expense allowances for professional development.
Mentorship, coaching, and internal training opportunities.
Paid time off and holidays.
Paid family leave.
Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff for extra time worked.
Ergonomic analysis and equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.