Ecological Restoration Design Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is hiring a mid-level Ecological Restoration Design Engineer in Cockeysville, MD. The role involves designing streams and wetlands, supporting restoration projects primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, performing hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The position offers hands-on experience in ecological restoration and is part of an employee-owned consulting firm focused on sustainable environmental practices.
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.







Job Summary:


JMT is seeking a motivated mid-level professional to join our Ecological Restoration team, focusing on the design of streams, wetlands, and other ecosystem services. This role will primarily support projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, with opportunities to contribute to projects across JMT’s broader geographic footprint. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience assessing and designing restoration projects and supporting Project Managers in delivering services for key regional, local, state, and federal clients. A strong interest in professional growth and collaboration with multidisciplinary technical teams is highly desirable.


JMT is a highly respected, employee-owned, multidisciplinary firm providing ecological restoration services under multiple government and private-sector contracts nationwide. As a member of our Ecological Restoration team, you will contribute to the planning, design, management, implementation, and monitoring of innovative stream and wetland restoration projects. Our work emphasizes the creation of sustainable, resilient systems that naturally evolve and support high-quality habitats. We are committed to a design philosophy that extends beyond sediment and nutrient reduction to restore ecological functions and long-term environmental value. Our team also supports environmental impact assessments, permitting, natural and biological resource evaluations, water resources engineering, and associated infrastructure services.







Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.







Essential Functions and Responsibilities



Conduct stream and wetland assessments and support restoration design
Perform hydrologic modeling using TR-55/TR-20 and the Rational Method
Perform hydraulic modeling using HEC-RAS
Collect field data, including stream surveys and sediment sampling
Evaluate alternatives to support design recommendations
Review survey reports, mapping, plans, aerial imagery, and topographic/geologic data to support project planning
Complete design calculations and supporting documentation
Develop construction cost estimates
Prepare engineering documents for bid/advertisement and construction
Coordinate with internal team members to meet schedule and quality expectations







Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities



Perform other related duties as assigned






Compensation for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.







Benefits


JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:



Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Caregiver Leave Program
401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Career Development Programs
And more…
Benefits | JMT








Required Experience



3–5 years of experience in stream and/or ecological restoration design and mitigation
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources engineering, or a related field
Proficient in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
Understanding of Stream Design Principles (Rosgen, Legacy Sediment Removal, Process-Based, etc.)
Strong written and oral communication skills






Preferred Experience



MicroStation ORD experience
ArcGIS Pro experience
Experience supporting restoration permitting and agency coordination (e.g., USACE/MDE/State/local)
Engineer-in-Training (EI/EIT) certification or the ability to sit for the exam within 1 year






Working Conditions


Work is performed within a general office environment 90% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.


Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required as needed. Travel will be required.







Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.