Design Engineer Ii - Water Resources & Natural Infrastructure (Civil Engineering)

Design Engineer II - Water Resources & Natural Infrastructure
CA | GA | NY | CR
About Sherwood Design Engineers
Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities and the environment.
Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources - carbon, energy, water, and waste. We've worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally.
Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35 square-km Baietan Urban Area Plan in the heart of Guangzhou, China.
Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?
The Role
We have an amazing opportunity for a driven, passionate and curious Design Engineer II focused on Water Resources, Civil Engineering, and Natural Infrastructure projects. The right candidate will have a solid understanding of urban and rural hydrologic processes, watersheds, open channel and closed pipe hydraulics, and proficiency in GIS (ARCmap/ GISPro). Minimum of two years of experience from internships or other practical learning opportunities completed during graduate studies and relevant work experience in Design Engineering, modeling, or other relevant roles. The ideal candidate will have experience using CAD software, excel spreadsheets, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Min Requirements

• Master degree and undergraduate degree- at least one of them in Civil Engineering, biological systems engineering, or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in relevant engineering design, field work, and or construction projects with technical knowledge and skills across the civil and environmental industry, including a strong background in planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services
• Experience in preparing and advancing plan set packages through all project phases including providing redlines for drafter
• Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
• Ability to apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks as a part of broader assignments
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information to non-technical audiences and junior-level staff
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud-based collaboration software (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.)
• Dedication to fostering collaborative relationships with others
• Ability to travel to other offices/sites as needed
• Experience with green infrastructure and low impact development
• Familiarity and interest in applications of nature-based solutions (NbS)

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Civil3D
• Geomorphology training
• H&H modeling experience
• Experience designing and implementing (NbS)
• Land development and transportation projects experience with focus on drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control.
• Stream and wetland restoration experience
• Interest and understanding of regeneration and circularity

Compensation:
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $90,421-$99,463 The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.