What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling Engineer position at GPD Group?
Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling Engineer
Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.
For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 750 professionals working in 13 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.
GPD is currently seeking a Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling Engineer in our Louisville, Kentucky office. We work directly with the communities we serve for water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater, Water/wastewater treatment systems, green infrastructure, environmental regulatory programs, and FEMA public assistance and disaster response,
Day-to-Day Job Responsibilities:
- Hydrology and Hydraulic analysis and modeling for bridges, large culverts, stream restoration, water, wastewater, and stormwater projects
- Working with communities on environmental regulatory program implementation and stormwater permitting
- Bridge scour analysis and bank stabilization design
- Supporting the team in other civil engineering design projects
- Other job duties as assigned
Key Skills/Experience that will drive success in this role:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- 3 - 7 years’ experience in a civil design role.
- Knowledge of and interest in:
- Hydrology and Hydraulics
- Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Treatment systems analysis
- Asset management and pipeline design hydraulics,
- Inspection, condition assessment, and proper repair/rehabilitation design Riverine and built water conveyance system modeling
- Stream restoration
- Dams and levees
- Floodplain analysis
- Ability to comprehend and interpret codes
- Ability to effectively read and understand construction drawings
- Ability to effectively assist in developing estimates and budgets
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High level of attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
- Ability to multi-task
- Desire to work both in the field and office
- Willingness to travel
- Valid driver’s license required
GPD passionately believes that everyone on our team knows they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put in the time and effort to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and benefits offering.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
- Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
- Vacation & Sick Time
- Professional Development Support
- And much more…
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