Water Resources Engineer – Senior Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co•Denver, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a senior water resources engineer to join our Denver team. In this hybrid role, you will work with multidisciplinary project teams providing project and/or task management and technical support primarily for water-retaining dams and hydropower facilities. The ideal candidate for this position has strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, proven task or project management skills, and a willingness to work cooperatively with project team members in a high-energy environment that encourages self-initiative.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering with emphasis on water resources
10 years of water resources engineering experience with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, or water quality
Experience with water resources challenges in Colorado, including precipitation and flooding data analysis; urban and rural hydrologic analysis; storm sewer analysis and design; open channel and pipe flow analysis; hydraulic structures; stormwater quality and green stormwater infrastructure design; bank stabilization and stream restoration; floodplain analysis and mapping; dam break analysis; and dam and levee analysis and design
Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling approaches and commonly used software
Experience with proposal development, client management, and business development
Professional Engineer (PE) 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, hydraulics, and/or water quality
11+ years of water resources engineering experience with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, and/or water quality
Experience with Western water rights

Responsibilities

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
Prepare 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
Provide regular updates to project team members and clients

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and 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
Profit distribution through annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
Annual time and expense allowances for professional development
Mentorship program
Many internal training opportunities
Paid time off
Holidays
Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff
Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked)
Paid family leave
Ergonomic analysis and equipment
Personal Protective Equipment allowance
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities