What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Project Engineer position at KCI Technologies Inc.?
Overview
Join us as we Rise to the Challenge
At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
THE COMPANY
KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.
KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION
We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.
We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!
KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Duties, Responsibilities & Other
- Prepare, design and review engineering construction plans, drawings, and specifications for various water resources projects. Types of projects include assessment / design of drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, flood mitigation, stabilization, restoration.
- Develop hydrologic and hydraulic studies for floodplain, drainage improvements, climate resiliency, flooding, dam breach analysis, stabilization, restoration.
- Conduct site visits and assessments to gather necessary information and ensure project compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Design and prepare deliverables for multiple water resources projects simultaneously, ensuring successful completion within defined timelines and budgets.
- Assist in the preparation of project proposals, cost estimates, and feasibility studies.
- Coordinate with internal and external teams to obtain necessary information, permits, approvals, and clearances for project execution.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff. Perform quality control review of delegated work.
- Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and advancements in engineering techniques and technologies.
- Communicate and collaborate with clients, team members, and stakeholders to understand project requirements, scope, and objectives.
- Utilize strong organizational and scheduling skills to effectively track project progress and deliverables, providing regular updates to project stakeholders.
- Foster and maintain positive relationships with clients, ensuring client satisfaction, future collaboration.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is required (or ability to obtain within 6months of hire).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering or related engineering field.
- Experience with ArcGIS and HEC-RAS preferred.
- Experience with MicroStation and/or Civil 3D AutoCAD preferred.
- Experience with InRoads and/or OpenRoads preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing engineering plans, reports, design standards, permitting and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey complex engineering concepts to diverse audiences.
- Excellent organizational abilities, with a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, hybrid office/remote environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; Appropriate graduate level work is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 - 9 years of professional experience.
- Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.
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