Engineer; Project, Senior - Water Resources or Fluvial

Position Summary

We are currently seeking licensed PE Water Resources, Fluvial Engineers at project and senior levels. Successful candidates will have a strong foundation in water-related engineering design and a strong desire to engage with a multidisciplinary team focused on restoring rivers, streams, wetlands, and shorelines.

Seattle, Bellingham, or Port Angeles, Washington; and/or Remote. Preferred candidate located near one of our three office locations, although remote option may be considered for qualified candidates who reside in or are willing to relocate to Washington State.

• Design & Analysis
  • Project:
    Independently lead the design and technical analysis, applying standard techniques.
  • Senior:
    Lead and innovate technical solutions for complex challenges, managing multidisciplinary teams.
• CAD Proficiency
  • Project:
    Lead CAD operations, including surface development, grading plans, and hydraulic structure layout.
  • Senior:
    Oversee CAD operations, ensuring high-quality design deliverables.
• Hydraulic & Hydrologic Analysis
  • Project:
    Lead analysis of existing and proposed conditions independently.
  • Senior:
    Oversee hydrologic analysis and innovate solutions to complex challenges.
• Calculations & Specifications
  • Project:
    Independently complete calculations and specifications.
  • Senior:
    Lead in the development of complex calculations, project specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Field Data Collection
  • Project:
    Lead field data collection, ensuring accuracy and thorough documentation.
  • Senior:
    Oversee field data collection, offering guidance and oversight to junior staff.
• Technical Writing & Communication
  • Project:
    Lead the preparation of technical reports and presentations.
  • Senior:
    Oversee and review technical documentation, ensuring clarity and thoroughness.
• Project Management
  • Project:
    Independently manage projects, ensuring timely and within‑budget delivery.
  • Senior:
    Oversee multiple projects, ensuring high‑level coordination and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Client & Team Collaboration
  • Project:
    Lead project team collaboration and client communication with some business development expectations.
  • Senior:
    Manage client relationships, contribute to business development, and represent the company in marketing and proposal development.
• Mentorship & Leadership
  • Project:
    Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.
  • Senior:
    Lead project teams, mentor staff, and contribute to strategic decision‑making.

Education
: BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field. MS or PhD preferred for senior positions.

Experience

• Project: 4–10 years of experience;
  Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Senior: 10+ years of experience; PE license required.

Technical Proficiency
:
Experience with hydraulic/hydrologic models (e.g., HEC‑RAS, SRH2D), AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley Micro Station, and ArcGIS.

Field Experience
:
Familiarity with field data collection (e.g., topographic surveys, channel morphology, LIDAR).

Leadership & Management

• Project:
  Experience managing projects and coordinating teams.
• Senior:
  Extensive project management and business development experience.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including up to a 4% match on 401(K), 8 paid holidays, and 4 weeks of paid time off accrued annually. Wage ranges:
Project: $95K – $115K, Senior: $115K – $135K.

Flexible and negotiated with selected candidate based on availability.

Exempt hourly positions with flexibility. Work can be less than 40 hours or more with 1.5× hourly rate for overtime. Variable travel to project sites and office locations is expected.

Applications accepted until hiring needs are met.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who identify with groups that are frequently underrepresented in the science, engineering, technology, and math fields are highly encouraged to apply. All candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or protected veteran or disabled status or any other category protected under law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.