Senior Water Resources Engineer

Houston Engineering, Inc.•Omaha, NE

18h•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our Nebraska team. This role involves protecting our most valuable natural resource by solving complex water management issues involving both water quantity and quality. The position is with Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI), a full-service civil engineering, environmental, surveying, and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout the Midwest. HEI has been in business since 1968 and is committed to meeting client needs and providing a productive atmosphere for its employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering, Bioproducts and Biosystem Engineering, or related Engineering field.
10+ years of experience in water resources engineering, preferably in the Midwest.
NE Professional Engineer’s License or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
Interest in leading others and pursuing continual growth as a leader.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel periodically.
Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Write, develop, organize, and review project studies, reports, and design documents for water resources projects.
Provide field services and construction oversight for water resources projects such as dams, levees, streams, and lakes.
Be a mentor and develop younger engineers to become effective water resource modelers, designers, planners, and project managers.
Engage in public speaking regarding civil engineer water resources projects.
Likely Water Resource projects this role will be involved in are: hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, storm water planning, stream restoration, design of flood reduction and water quality improvements, and watershed-scale plans and studies.