Water Resources Engineer III-IV

Location

San Luis Obispo, California

$115,000 - $125,000

Perm Placement

176902

We are seeking a talented and experienced Water Resources Engineer III-IV to join our team in San Luis Obispo, California. This role involves water resources planning and design, with a focus on delivering technical solutions for water supply, water quality, master planning, infrastructure modeling, utility design, and treatment systems. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience and a strong background in civil and water resource engineering.

This position offers opportunities for professional growth, including project management and client‑facing responsibilities.

• Prepare engineering reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for water resources and civil engineering projects.
• Design municipal public works infrastructure projects related to water, wastewater, stormwater, and recycled water.
• Conduct water and wastewater master planning and hydraulic modeling.
• Perform feasibility studies and designs for recycled water systems.
• Design water distribution systems, pump stations, sewer collection systems, and lift stations.
• Develop water and wastewater treatment system designs.
• Support civil/water/wastewater design for private and commercial projects, including wineries.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support permitting processes.
• Assist with project management functions, including scope, budget, and scheduling control for complex projects.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal and SOQ development, interview preparation, and representing the firm in industry and community settings.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional registration (California license preferred).
• Minimum of seven years of qualifying experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / Civil 3D.
• Strong understanding of relevant standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in water and sewer modeling programs such as WaterCAD, InfoSWMM, and Aquanuity software.
• Experience with GIS databases related to public agency utility systems, utility master planning, and preparation of utility Atlas maps (preferred).
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro (preferred).

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.