Water Resources Engineer; Land

Description

Sambatek, LLC is a professional services firm that specializes in civil engineering, planning, surveying, and environmental services. We serve public and private clients throughout the country with office locations in Minnesota and North Carolina. We embrace challenging projects and work hard to help our clients find success.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Water Resources Engineer to join our growing North Carolina land development team. As a water resources engineer, you will be responsible for the planning, analysis, design, and permitting of stormwater management systems as part of our land development projects. You’ll work closely with staff civil engineers and surveyors, municipal planners, and contractors to deliver projects that balance regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

• Work Location:
  
  On-site with flexible work arrangements
• Pay Rate Type:
  Hourly with overtime rate of 1.5x base pay for all hours worked over 40 in a week (Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications)

• Design and model stormwater management systems, including detention/retention basins, green infrastructure, and low-impact development (LID) features
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling using software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Hydra flows Hydrographs, Hydra flows Storm Sewers, Hydro
  
  CAD, or similar
• Prepare drainage reports, stormwater management plans, and supporting documentation for permitting and construction
• Assist in regulatory approvals and interface with local, state, and federal agencies
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate water resource design into overall site development plans
• Review designs for compliance with jurisdictional criteria and client objectives
• Support project management tasks, including scheduling, budgeting, team coordination, and client communication

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• 4+ years of experience in water resources or land development engineering
• North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to attain within 12 months)
• Proficiency with H&H modeling software and CAD tools (Civil 3D preferred)
• Strong knowledge of stormwater regulations, including MS4, NPDES, and local ordinances
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Prior project management experience (preferred)

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment
• Ability to occasionally move equipment/objects weighing up to 10 pounds

Regular full-time employees will have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• HSA and FSA options
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance coverage, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement 401(k) plan with company match

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 or expression, marital status, military status, and any other category protected by law.