Water Resources Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co•Bismarck, ND

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a mid-level water resources engineer to join its Water Resources group in Bismarck, North Dakota. The role supports projects alongside engineers and scientists and involves water resources, civil engineering, and related technical assignments, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, GIS, and CADD work. A hybrid arrangement may be considered, splitting work between the Bismarck office and a home office. The engineer will perform hydrologic analysis for stormwater planning and flood control, and hydraulic analysis and design for storm sewer infrastructure, rivers, streams, conveyances, dams, and other hydraulic structures. The role also supports preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications; coordination with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials; and planning, coordinating, and executing projects. The engineer will help track milestones and provide regular updates to project managers and clients. Candidates need strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, a flexible working style, and willingness to occasionally adjust their schedule to meet deadlines or client needs. The position requires the ability to work in an office environment and perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. The role is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering with an emphasis on water resources.
At least 5 years of water resources engineering experience focused on hydrology, hydraulics, or water quality.
Experience leading tasks or projects.
Experience and knowledge of hydrologic modeling and 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling software.
Current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from Barr.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify schedule to meet deadlines or client needs.
Ability to work in an office environment and perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or PhD in civil or environmental engineering focused on hydrology and/or hydraulics.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one within one year.
Experience in business development and client management.
Experience with water quality modeling and analysis.
Working knowledge of GIS and CADD software.
Experience with site development design, plans, and/or specifications.
Construction observation, fieldwork, and surveying experience.

Responsibilities

Perform hydrologic analysis related to stormwater planning and flood control.
Perform hydraulic analysis and design for storm sewer infrastructure, rivers, streams, conveyances, dams, and other hydraulic structures.
Assist with preparing 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 and provide regular updates to project managers and clients.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accidental death insurance.
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.
Annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders as part of the company’s profit distribution.
Annual time and expense allowances for professional development.
Mentorship program and internal training opportunities.
Paid time off and holidays.
Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff for extra time worked.
Paid family leave.
Ergonomic analysis and equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.
Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.