Job Description
Job Description
NCE is actively recruiting for a Project Engineer to support NCE’s emerging Water Resources Practice in Northern California. We are looking for a dynamic person who enjoys a mix of office and field work and can apply analytical and critical thinking skills in both environments. If you are a natural problem solver who thrives in a supportive but independent work environment, possess the innate talent to efficiently identify, review, and apply large amounts of technical and regulatory material, and you possess an interest to learn and apply new skills and knowledge to regulatory permitting for flood control, stormwater, stormwater master plans, creek / river restoration, climate adaptation, and watershed planning projects, you should find out more about this opportunity. The natural ability to communicate (written and verbal) in a team environment is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in various design / engineering projects for stormwater systems, urban drainage, flood control systems, natural rivers and creeks, green infrastructure, etc.
- Support climate adaptation initiatives focused on water infrastructure resilience and nature-based solutions
- Contribute to watershed assessments and planning efforts
- Participate in river and flood control channel engineering and restoration projects
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, ArcGIS, and similar tools
- Develop GIS maps and spatial analyses to support project needs
- Experience developing drawings, plans, specifications, and estimates
- Conduct field investigations and data collection
- Prepare technical documentation and contribute to project reports
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on integrated water resource projects
Qualifications (Must Have) :
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, hydrology, earth sciences, watershed science, or related fieldProfessional License (PE, QSD / QSP)Basic understanding of stormwater management principles and practicesFamiliarity with engineering design concepts and key environmental regulationsProficiency with Microsoft Office suite, and good written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamStrong academic background in water resources, hydrology, or related courseworkValid driver's license and ability to travel to project sitesQualifications (Nice to Have)
3-7 years of relevant experienceMaster's degree in relevant fieldStrong interdisciplinary background / experience, for example, knowledge in watershed ecology, fisheries, geomorphology, restoration, landscape architecture, botany, riparian ecology, etc.Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or similar modeling softwareGIS skills, particularly with ArcGIS or QGISKnowledge of California environmental regulations and permittingExperience with AutoCAD and / or Civil 3DField data collection experienceProfessional licensure, or evidence of significant progress toward licensure (PE, PH, CFM, QSD / QSP, and / or related)What We Offer
Mentorship from experienced professionalsDiverse project experience across Northern California and NevadaProfessional development opportunities and support for licensureCollaborative and supportive work environmentCompetitive salary and benefits packageWork-life balance and flexible scheduling optionsSalary range is $110,000 to $140,000, depending on experience, licensure status, and location.
Qualified candidates should submit their resume below. For questions regarding your application please email HR@ncenet.com