Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer - FEMA

Wood • Durham, NC

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is seeking an entry-level water resources engineer to join our Water Resources, Geospatial and Technology Group based in Durham, NC. The successful candidate will assist with various engineering projects related to water resources and civil engineering. These projects may include, but are not limited to, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses, dam inundation studies, stream restoration design, and storm water planning and design. Typical clients include FEMA, NCEM, NCDOT, Duke Energy, and various state and local governments. In addition to the tasks listed above, the applicant will assist with new H&H analyses and floodplain mapping that conform to FEMA’s guidelines and specifications for the National Flood Insurance Program. These tasks will involve the use of various H&H engineering software as well as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field
• Understanding of H&H principles and practices, including HEC-RAS
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated and willingness to be trained
• Ability to work as part of a project team
• Good interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification preferred
• ArcGIS experience is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Prepare floodplain and watershed studies and watershed/stormwater master planning
• Prepare project reports
• Ensure that project schedule and budget expectations are adhered to
• Ensure that quality assurance and quality control procedures are adhered to
• Assist with new H&H analyses and floodplain mapping that conform to FEMA’s guidelines and specifications for the National Flood Insurance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level