Water Resources Engineer - Stormwater & Coastal Resilience Focus

Moffatt & Nichol•Oakland, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Moffatt & Nichol is seeking a Water Resources / Stormwater Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience to join their Oakland or Walnut Creek office. This role will involve working on projects ranging from federal flood risk management to municipal stormwater master plans and resilience plans. The engineer will collaborate with coastal engineering experts and Waggonner & Ball on resilience strategies and nature-based approaches, utilizing advanced modeling techniques. This is an opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Northern California resilience group and expand the company's presence on the West Coast and Pacific. Moffatt & Nichol is a leading global infrastructure advisor specializing in waterfront projects and transportation, recognized for its expertise in Marine & Port Facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; required
5 - 10+ years of water resources / stormwater management experience; required
Engineer in Training (EIT); required
Background and/or experience with engineering analysis and design of various project types including a majority of the following: Floodplain mapping and floodplain management, FEMA Floodplain Regulations and Standards, Stormwater hydrology and hydraulic modeling; stormwater and drainage infrastructure permitting and design, Watershed assessment and planning, Urban flood risk and floodplain management, Flood protection and resilience, Low impact development/green infrastructure, Preparing project scope and fee proposals, Construction principles, including survey, inspection, and engineering methods and materials, and surveying methods and techniques
Working knowledge of software programs and techniques, which should include: AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM/XPSWMM/PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, ESRI GIS

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; preferred
Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure or ability to obtain in the State of California via reciprocity within 6 months of hire; preferred
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification; preferred
Python/MATLAB/coding for GIS and modeling preferred

Responsibilities

Performs and oversees numerical modelling and engineering calculations to evaluate flood risk, system capacity, pump and outfall performance, and mitigation alternatives under existing and future conditions
Supports and guides analyses related to storm surge, tidal flooding, rainfall-driven flooding, and sea level rise, including evaluation of phased and adaptive implementation approaches
Prepares and oversees engineering analyses, plans, specifications, and cost estimates in support of flood risk management, coastal resilience, stormwater, and drainage infrastructure projects
Develops and applies hydrologic, hydraulic, and hydrodynamic models, including 1D/2D riverine, urban drainage, interior basin, and coastal/tidal systems
Prepares technical memoranda, reports, exhibits, figures, and presentation materials to document analyses and communicate findings to internal teams and clients
Leads and participates in technical coordination with project team members, internal disciplines (planning, GIS, visualization), subcontractors, and government agencies
Works with clients and team members to support projects involving municipal, state, and federal agencies, including coordination with regulatory requirements related to floodplain management and coastal permitting
Contributes to technical decision-making regarding feasibility, alternatives evaluation, cost considerations, and constructability
Coordinates task-level work and collaborates across offices to support project delivery and workshare execution; travels as needed
Performs other duties as needed

Benefits

Comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package with low employee contributions
Family coverage is available
Low-deductible plan available
Generous HSA match
Wellness Program (with financial incentives)
Monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists
Access to a Healthwise Pharmacist
Mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level)
Paid Holidays (7)
Floating holiday
401(k) match
Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Training opportunities
Leadership Development Program
Formal Mentoring program
Active YP (Young Professionals) group
Pet Insurance