Water Resources Engineer

Project Engineer – Water Resources

Sambatek, LLC is a professional services firm that specializes in civil engineering, planning, surveying, and environmental services. We serve public and private clients nationwide. We embrace challenging projects and work hard to help our clients find success.

Summary
We are seeking a Project Engineer to work with a team to execute water resources design for transportation and land development projects. The role includes hydraulic/hydrologic design and the implementation of best‑management practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to transportation and land development projects in preliminary and plan development phases.
• Measure, calculate, and tabulate quantities for bidding purposes.
• Participate in quality review processes.
• Perform proficient CAD drafting in Micro Station, GEOPAK, and Open Roads Designer.
• Design and lead production of subtasks/tasks for task leads or project managers.
• Complete and review water resources calculations, modeling, and reports.
• Maintain client relationships by delivering exceptional service and quality deliverables.
• Provide technical and professional mentoring to developing professionals (EITs/Graduate Engineers).
• Work within a collaborative team that promotes excellent communication and inter‑departmental interaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• 4‑8 years of relevant experience.
• Minnesota PE license in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Proficient in basic hydraulics and hydrology design, preferably with advanced experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Bentley Micro Station, GEOPAK, and/or Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with Open Roads Designer.
• Experience with hydro‑hydraulic modeling (Hydro
  
  CAD, HEC‑RAS, XP‑SWMM).
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $38‑$52 per hour (based on location and qualifications).
• Overtime at 1.5× base pay for hours over 40 in a week.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.>
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Work Environment

• Office‑based with occasional travel.
• Ability to move equipment up to 10 pounds.

Physical Demands

• Primarily performed in an office setting.
• Occasional lifting of items up to 10 lb.

EEO Statement

Sambatek, LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We select candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, or any other protected class.