Civil​/Water Resources Staff Engineer

Civil/Water Resources Staff Engineer

Join WGM Group's dynamic engineering design team and contribute to innovative, community-oriented civil engineering projects in the Northern Rockies! In this role as a Civil/Water Resources Staff Engineer, you will focus on stormwater and hydraulics design for site development, subdivisions, and transportation projects across Montana. You will also assist with flood and scour modeling tasks related to bridges, bank stabilizations, and restoration designs.

Based out of our Missoula office, this role offers the opportunity to grow as you play a key role in project execution for critical public and private sector projects under the guidance of licensed engineers.

As an integral player in the engineering design team, you will:

• Perform drafting and design for a wide range water resources and stormwater projects such as transportation systems, stormwater management, drainage, bridge, and other hydraulic facilities.
• Complete hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for various jurisdictions in Montana.
• Conduct field data collection efforts and compile documentation to support engineering work products.
• Assist with flood and scour modeling tasks related to bridges, bank stabilizations, and restoration designs.
• Prepare technical reports, reports and calculation packages, basic/standard sections of construction documents and specifications.
• Coordinate and review work with project managers.
• Compile and submit permit applications to local, state and federal agencies.
• Perform construction observation, site visits, and infrastructure testing.

As a valued member of our engineering team, at a minimum, you will have a:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 2-4+ years of experience in civil engineering water resource and stormwater projects.
• Licensed Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• Familiarity with various hydrologic methods.
• Ability to interpret stormwater design standards.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Solid organizational skills with an ability to prioritize projects and daily workload.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis (SSA), HEC-RAS 1D & 2D, HY-8, Autodesk Civil3D.
• Additional/Optional software skills: EPA SWMM, Hydraflow Hydrographs, SRH-2D, HEC-HMS, Bentley Flowmaster, and site/road grading in Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain processes and terminology, MDT hydraulic design processes, DEQ Circular 8, HEC-18, HEC-23, and dual drainage stormwater models are a plus.

WGM Group promotes a healthy work-life balance, offering both flexible and hybrid work schedules. In addition, WGM provides hourly pay to all employees; all hours worked over 40/week are eligible for overtime compensation. WGM offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, flex spending accounts, retirement savings plan (401K) with matching contributions, generous PTO, holiday pay, and a bonus and profit-sharing incentive.

WGM Group supports the professional development of employees by helping to offset professional licensing and offering education assistance for training and continuing education programs.

WGM Group is a comprehensive multi-disciplinary firm focused on civil engineering design, planning, survey, environmental, and natural resource management. For over 50 years, WGM Group has helped create healthy communities, improved the natural environment, and enhanced regional infrastructure by working with our trusted partners in both the government and private sectors. WGM Group is a great place to work thanks to the commitment to service demonstrated by the people we hire and the spirit of teamwork that is so much a part of the work environment.

WGM Group is committed to the communities in which we do business. We contribute a portion of our profits to making our communities a better place to live. The company is founded on the principles of hard work and professional competence, while striving to create a fun and enjoyable workplace. WGM Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

WGM Group complies with all state and federal non-discrimination laws including Title VII of the Civil Rights act of 1964 as amended and the new Americans with Disabilities Act. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the U.S.