Water Resources Engineer – Senior Level (Hybrid)
About The Position
Barr is seeking a senior water resources engineer to join its Bismarck team. This hybrid position is based in Barr’s Bismarck, North Dakota, office and supports the Water Resources group through project and task management and technical work on multidisciplinary project teams. Assignments may include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, GIS, and CADD work. The role involves hydrologic analysis for stormwater planning and flood control, as well as hydraulic analysis and design for storm sewer infrastructure, rivers, streams, conveyances, dams, and other hydraulic structures. The engineer assists with technical reports, plans, and specifications and works with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials. They also help plan, coordinate, and execute projects, track milestones, and provide updates to project managers and clients. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered, with time split between a Barr office and a home office. The position requires the ability to work in an office environment. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. The role is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The anticipated annual compensation range is $100,000–$130,000, varying based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable 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 with an emphasis on water resources.
- At least 10 years of water resources engineering experience focused on hydrology, hydraulics, or water quality.
- Experience with project management.
- Experience with proposals, business development, and client management.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Knowledge of commonly used hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software, 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling software, GIS, and CADD software.
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, regulators, and clients.
- Current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship by Barr now or in the future.
- Ability to work in an office environment and perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or PhD in civil or environmental engineering focused on hydrology and/or hydraulics.
- Experience with water quality modeling and analysis.
- Experience with site development design, plans, and/or specifications.
- Construction observation, fieldwork, and surveying experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform hydrologic analysis related to stormwater planning and flood control.
- Perform hydraulic analysis and design for storm sewer infrastructure, rivers, streams, conveyances, dams, and other hydraulic structures.
- Provide project and task management and technical support for the Water Resources group and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Assist with preparing technical reports, plans, and specifications.
- Work with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials.
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects.
- Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients.
- Perform assignments that may include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, GIS, and CADD work.
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 and dividends to shareholders.
- Annual time and expense allowances for professional development.
- Mentorship program and internal training opportunities.
- Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Paid family leave.
- Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked).
- Ergonomic analysis and equipment.
- Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
- Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.
- Discretionary cash bonus may be available based on team and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
