Water Resources Professional Engineer (WRE III)

Job Description

Job Description

O'Brien Engineering, Inc. (OEI) is looking for a Water Resources Professional Engineer.

OEI was founded 37 years ago in Dallas, TX, as a water resources engineering company offering engineering services in the Municipal, Land Development, Industrial, and Private Market Sectors. Today, our service offering includes Project Programming and Project Management; Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Engineering Services, Architectural Design; and GIS Mapping. In addition to our horizontal-focused projects, we have a robust backlog of vertical project types and, across our departments, we serve Federal, Healthcare, Military, and Institutional clients. OEI is honored to be awarded the National Society of American Military Engineers' Robert Flowers Small Business of the Year for 2020. A Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, OEI has a deep backlog of contracting capacity extending well into 2028. So, are you ready to work in a dynamic, challenging, rewarding environment? We invite you to send us your information and let’s visit about how we can team in a way that our best efforts will help build your career, and your best efforts will strengthen OEI and add value to our clients in ways that are measurable, recognized, and appreciated.

Primary Function : Subject Matter Expertise on engineering projects that are largely water resources focused including civil, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling and analysis. Project scoping and proposal preparation; assistance with invoicing, budgeting, scheduling, managing project communication and documentation; presenting proposals, analysis, and solutions to clients, agencies, stakeholders, and regulators.

Proficiency with modeling using various H&H and hydrodynamic models and model development and mapping software.

Ability to conceptualize, scope, and manage a variety of drainage and flood related projects including master flood studies, master drainage studies, comprehensive watershed studies, bank stabilization, storm drainage remediation, hydraulic analysis of bridges, culverts, channels, flumes, energy dissipation analysis; dam break analysis a plus.

Knowledge of and experience with permitting for a variety of projects through agencies such as USACE, FEMA, TCEQ, EPA and municipalities for projects that may include map revisions, floodplain alterations, corridor development certificates, dam safety, section 404, EISA 438 compliance, and water rights. Position involves providing direction and assist in mentoring junior staff.

Primary duties :

Developing project scope.

Using ArcGIS and related tools to compile and individualize maps for each project.

Collecting data through various databases for use in determining model parameters.

Preparing hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrodynamic and 2D models.

Prepares watershed mapping and inundation mapping.

Preparing and presenting project findings to clients and other external groups, in support of project objectives and deliverables.

Preparing reports and directing staff in preparing graphics for reports.

Preparing submittals for permit applications and communication with agencies to address requests for information and clarifications.

Performs such other duties as may be necessary from time to time.

Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Water Resources focus, preferred). Graduate water resources degree is a plus. 8 years in water resources projects.

Additional Qualifications : Knowledge of production support systems and personal computer and software proficiency.

Professional Registrations : Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas (or license in another state with the ability and commitment to obtain Texas license within 12 months.)

This role requires a minimum of three days a week in-office.

OEI's foundations : teamwork

taking ownership

continuous improvement

competence

ethical behavior

What makes us unique?

We offer high expertise in a small package

We are structured to hear, understand, and solve customer problems

We have a culture of training and employee development

Established in 1987 in North Texas, OEI serves clients nationwide and overseas. OEI is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Texas HUB, and TxDOT SBE firm.

Benefits : 401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Maternal leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

To apply : send resume to jobs@obrieneng.com

To learn more : www.obrieneng.com / / company / obrieneng

Company Description

Founded in 1987, O'Brien Engineering, Inc. (OEI) is a well established multidiscipline professional architecture and engineering firm, with strengths in real estate support, in North Texas, serving federal, municipal, and private customers regionally and nationwide. We have a diverse mix of A / E projects and equally diverse customer base serving federal (VA, CBP, FEMA, USACE, USDA), municipal, and private entities. Our engineering services project types include renovations / repairs, studies, analyses, modeling, designs of new and existing facilities, and facilities condition assessments. Our team works on developing innovative solutions to horizontal and vertical projects. OEI fosters a collaborative work environment and heavily emphasizes regular training opportunities as well as team building fun activities for our group. If you are looking for variety in your work and an opportunity to work with great co-workers and managers, apply now!

Company Description

Founded in 1987, O'Brien Engineering, Inc. (OEI) is a well established multidiscipline professional architecture and engineering firm, with strengths in real estate support, in North Texas, serving federal, municipal, and private customers regionally and nationwide. We have a diverse mix of A / E projects and equally diverse customer base serving federal (VA, CBP, FEMA, USACE, USDA), municipal, and private entities. Our engineering services project types include renovations / repairs, studies, analyses, modeling, designs of new and existing facilities, and facilities condition assessments. Our team works on developing innovative solutions to horizontal and vertical projects. OEI fosters a collaborative work environment and heavily emphasizes regular training opportunities as well as team building fun activities for our group. If you are looking for variety in your work and an opportunity to work with great co-workers and managers, apply now!