Water Resources Engineer

VHB is looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join their team in Westbrook, ME. The role involves collaborating on projects related to hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, and ecological restoration. Responsibilities include developing hydraulic models, preparing design specifications, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 3-8 years of experience. VHB offers a diverse culture, career growth opportunities, and a flexible, hybrid workplace.
Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Join VHB’s expanding Water Resources team as a Water Resources Engineer and make a significant impact! We’re seeking a skilled professional to collaborate with our expert team on cutting-edge projects in hydrology and hydraulics analysis, culvert and bridge design, stream restoration, stormwater management, and resiliency efforts. You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions that drive sustainable development in water resources, ecological restoration, transportation, and environmental projects. If you’re passionate about making a difference and advancing your career, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities
• Lead tasks under the supervision of the project manager on multi-disciplinary projects with hydrologic, hydraulic, or stormwater design focus including interaction with staff and clients
• Develop 1-D and 2-D hydraulic models for project analysis and design
• Prepare and review stormwater management and stream restoration design drawings and specifications
• Prepare technical reports, plans and specifications
• Develop project proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues with them
• Mentor junior staff in both technical and professional aspects
• Responsible for project task management including task financial performance

Qualifications
• BS in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources engineering or related discipline
• 3-5 years professional experience; 5-8 years preferred, of water resources engineering and analysis experience
• Experience preparing design plans & specifications, and preparing technical reports
• Experience with task management and people management/mentoring
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling preferred
• Experience with geomorphic evaluation and stream simulation design
• EIT required, PE licensure preferred
• Proficiency with relevant software including HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Microsoft Word and Excel

W e are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience , which includes:
• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.