Civil Engineer - Hydraulics

KLJ Engineering is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hydraulics Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in designing, analyzing, and optimizing hydraulic systems for various applications. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in water resources engineering, with a focus on developing, implementing, and managing stormwater models to address flooding, water quality, and ecosystem restoration projects. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the demands of our diverse projects. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of hydraulic engineering and thrive in a collaborative environment, this could be the career move you’ve been looking for!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement Modeling Tools: Utilize hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM) for projects involving stormwater management, floodplain mapping, and water quality studies.
• Stormwater System Evaluation and Solution Design: Identify deficiencies in existing stormwater systems and engineer solutions to mitigate flood risks while enhancing water quality.
• Stormwater Infrastructure Design: Create and assess designs for stormwater management systems, including but not limited to detention/retention basins, culverts, storm sewers, and green infrastructure components.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with urban planners, environmental scientists, and Civil Engineers to weave stormwater management considerations into urban development and environmental restoration efforts.
• Technical Documentation: Generate technical reports, conduct feasibility studies, and create design documents that adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Knowledge Advancement and Application: Keep updated on the latest in stormwater management techniques and technologies, integrating innovative solutions into project designs.
• Mentorship and Technical Guidance: Offer mentorship and technical advice to junior engineers and support staff, fostering professional growth within the team.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Compliance: Engage with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project goals are achieved and necessary approvals are secured.
• Document Oversight: Independently review, create, and adjust project documents, ensuring precision and compliance with standards.
• Scope and Budget Management: Oversee the engineering production process within scope, and assist with the development of the scope of services, schedules, and budgets.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in hydraulic engineering with a focus on stormwater modeling and analysis.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., SewerGEMS, SSA, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM).
• Strong understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater management practices.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations related to stormwater management and water quality.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications (not required, preferred)

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in hydraulic engineering with a focus on stormwater modeling and analysis.
• Professional Engineer license (PE) or able to attain within six (6) months.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD - Autodesk/Bentley) Software and
• ArcGIS
• Proficiency with FEMA Regulations and Permitting Process

Hours and Travel

This position involves a standard 40-hour workweek, with occasional overtime required. The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, though the balance between office and field work may vary.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

The employee is regularly required to:

• Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Talk or hear and communicate clearly

The employee must:

• Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to three miles per day
• Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

About Us

At KLJ, we love engineering, moving forward, and bringing ideas to life. Our work is more than a project, it's a long-term solution for the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience to our customers – every project, every time. We reimagine what projects can be through innovative planning, design, and support of infrastructure projects of all shapes and sizes. Join our team and reimagine what your career can be.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. KLJ does not sponsor applicants for employment-based visas.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

What else you need to know

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $81,000 and $92,000. This estimated salary represents the middle of the range. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equity.

At KLJ, we offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com/careers/benefits.

Who we are

Here at KLJ, we are Safe, Inclusive, Learners, Performers and Owners. We care that you get home safely. Every person, every idea, and every voice matters. We encourage personal and professional growth. We celebrate performance. As a 100% employee-owned firm, your decisions and efforts will help shape OUR great company.

Why work at KLJ

KLJ Engineering might be just the company you have been looking for. We are that perfect size – not so big that you become a number, not so small that our resources are limited. Here, you can be you, in all your engineering, surveying, planning and scientist glory. Just as you are. We embrace how much you love engineering, because we love it too. We love it when a road curves just right, when we see a familiar water tower on our drive home, or when we consider the fiber in the ground connects us to our friends and family. If you are looking to join a great firm, with amazing technical talent, we know just the place, here at KLJ.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas and does not participate in any OPT training program.

KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers.

Position will be posted until filled.