Senior Water Resources Engineer

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work : we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible / remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

Fuss & O’Neill is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our White River Junction, VT office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead technically challenging and impactful projects focused on climate resilience, water quality, and ecological restoration.

You will be part of a collaborative team delivering creative, sustainable solutions to water-related challenges — from flood mitigation and stormwater management to stream and shoreline restoration. As a technical expert and mentor, you’ll guide engineers and scientists in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, design, and permitting, while ensuring our clients receive exceptional quality and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and oversee all phases of water resources projects including - flood response and mitigation, stormwater and watershed management, stream and river restoration, bank and shoreline stabilization, and dam repairs and removals
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses / design using software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and PC-SWMM
• Perform bridge and culvert scour analyses and design stormwater infrastructure improvements
• Develop project scopes, schedules, fees, and budgets, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet client expectations
• Prepare design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and technical reports
• Support the development of regulatory permits and funding applications; including local, state, and federal submittals
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, design, and project execution
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, including clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and maintaining strong client relationships

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

This is a hybrid role , offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Benefits

Schedule Flexibility : Customize your work schedule to fit your life.

Paid Time Off : Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.

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