Water Resources Engineer

LaBella Associates•Albany, NY

2d•$95,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Shape the future of flood resilience and watershed management. We help communities adapt to stormwater, flooding, and climate challenges through thoughtful, sustainable design. As a Water Resources Engineer, you’ll plan and deliver projects that restore natural systems, reduce risk, and strengthen community resilience. What You’ll Do Lead and contribute to stormwater management, floodplain, and watershed projects from concept through construction. Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models using tools like HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and HydroCAD. Partner with planners, environmental scientists, and GIS professionals to deliver integrated solutions. Prepare reports, analyses, and permitting documentation with accuracy and insight. Mentor junior staff and review work for quality and completeness. Engage directly with clients and agencies, supporting project delivery and funding pursuits. Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred). 5+ years of experience in water resources, stormwater, or floodplain management. Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and ArcGIS; familiarity with Civil 3D preferred. PE license or active pursuit of licensure. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills. Why You’ll Love Working Here You’ll join a supportive, forward-thinking team where engineers lead meaningful work and shape their own path. We value curiosity, collaboration, and community impact, and we give you the tools and freedom to grow. As an employee-owned firm, we empower our people to think like owners. We want you to play a direct role in shaping our future and share in our success. Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 per year The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. Flexible Work Schedule Health/Dental Insurance 401k Plan with Employer Match Short & Long Term Disability Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Leadership Development Program Fitness Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Program Wellness Program Team Building Events Community Service Events

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred).
5+ years of experience in water resources, stormwater, or floodplain management.
Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and ArcGIS; familiarity with Civil 3D preferred.
PE license or active pursuit of licensure.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to stormwater management, floodplain, and watershed projects from concept through construction.
Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models using tools like HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and HydroCAD.
Partner with planners, environmental scientists, and GIS professionals to deliver integrated solutions.
Prepare reports, analyses, and permitting documentation with accuracy and insight.
Mentor junior staff and review work for quality and completeness.
Engage directly with clients and agencies, supporting project delivery and funding pursuits.