Water Resource Engineer

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Water Resource Engineer Job Description

The Water Resource Engineer will join a dedicated Water Resources Team to deliver innovative, sustainable stormwater and water resources solutions for a wide range of public and private sector projects. This role focuses on stormwater management design for new and redevelopment projects, floodplain analysis, dam permitting, and the development of stormwater operation and maintenance programs. You will work on all aspects of the team’s service offerings, with strong opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment that emphasizes technical excellence, teamwork, and long-term career development.

• Produce complete and accurate final construction documents for water resources and land development projects.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions, support design decisions, and verify construction activities.
• Develop local and state permit applications for stormwater, floodplain, and dam-related projects.
• Prepare clear and thorough technical reports to document analyses, designs, and recommendations.
• Research and interpret regulatory codes, manuals, and standards relevant to stormwater, floodplains, and dams.
• Design a wide range of stormwater management facilities, including bioretentions, green roofs, permeable pavements, stormwater ponds, manufactured treatment devices, and underground detention facilities.
• Model and analyze local and FEMA-regulated floodplains for existing and proposed conditions, including design of large culvert and bridge crossings.
• Analyze and permit state-regulated dams, including performing dam breach inundation studies, preparing operation and maintenance permits, developing and executing alteration permits, preparing emergency action plans, and conducting annual dam inspections and other dam-related activities.
• Participate in water resources planning and management efforts by assessing water availability, demand, and usage patterns to support sustainable long-term water resource strategies.
• Use hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools to simulate and analyze water flow, predict flood risks, and develop stormwater management solutions.
• Support the design and oversight of water supply and treatment systems that provide safe and reliable water to communities.
• Contribute to environmental impact assessments for water-related projects to help protect ecological integrity and public health.
• Collaborate with government agencies, environmental scientists, and other stakeholders to implement solutions that address water supply reliability, flood control, and environmental preservation.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2–5+ years of experience in civil and/or water resources engineering.
• Strong background in stormwater management design and stormwater engineering.
• Experience with floodplain analysis and permitting.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, with Civil 3D strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-1, HY-8, and Flowmaster.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred, but not required.

The organization offers robust professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, certification reimbursement, structured training opportunities, and continuing education incentives. Employees receive yearly performance-based bonuses and annual compensation reviews, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan. The environment is designed to provide numerous opportunities for career advancement while maintaining an enjoyable, supportive workplace focused on high-quality engineering solutions.

Permanent position based out of Chantilly, VA.

Pay range: $75,000.00 - $ per year.

Fully onsite position in Chantilly, VA.

Position anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.