SENIOR WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER

As a Senior Water Resources Engineer at Isthmus Engineering, you will join a talented and growing Water Resources team that collaborates with colleagues, clients, and agencies to efficiently deliver successful transportation-related projects. You will be part of a company that cares about you as an individual and aims to provide meaningful project opportunities and career development in a team-focused yet autonomous work environment.

The responsibilities for the position of Senior Water Resources Engineer include:

• Managing Water Resources projects and tasks by utilizing communication, initiative, and follow through skills.
• Leveraging engineering knowledge and CADD technology to develop drainage plans and documents for transportation projects that meet project goals and adhere to applicable design standards.
• Mentoring team members and overseeing work of others in the Water Resources group, including design calculations, plan development, and agency design requirements.
• Technical writing, including memorandums, feasibility studies, applicable permits, and regulatory submittals.
• Providing independent technical reviews to ensure project quality control processes are followed.
• Documenting all design work and procedures; assisting with development and organization of documentation from other Water Resources team members.
• Assisting with project procurement, scoping, and budget development.
• Evolving innovation, best practices, and efficiency within Water Resources and across Isthmus.
• Evidencing continued commitment to individual, company, and industry improvement.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Minnesota, or ability to obtain the same within six months.
• Eight or more years of experience in urban and rural drainage and Best Management Practice design (10 or more years of experience and MnDOT experience preferred).
• Experience with Geopak Drainage and/or OpenRoads Designer, HydroCAD, HY-8, and other related hydrologic/hydraulic analysis, modeling, and design software.

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively. 
• Strong time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain productivity in an autonomous environment.
• Positive team-focused attitude.

Please provide detailed project experience, including specific roles and tasks for at least three projects in your resume.

Isthmus welcomes candidates looking for a full-time, part-time, or customized work schedule.

Isthmus welcomes candidates looking for office or hybrid work locations.

Compensation and Benefits

• The anticipated base salary range for this position is $100,000–$125,000/year for a 40-hour base work week. Compensation will be based upon experience, education, skill level, and other factors. 
• Pay for additional hours worked above weekly base hours
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Mobile device reimbursement
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Medical and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account (DCFSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 401(k) (matching and profit-sharing after one year)
• Professional development and continuing education

Stated benefits are for full-time positions. Part-time and temporary positions are eligible for limited benefits.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.

Isthmus Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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We are a Minnesota-focused, civil engineering firm that specializes in the innovative and collaborative design of transportation projects. Our diverse team shares a passion for creating safe, connected communities. To learn more, visit isthmusengineering.com/careers.