Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is seeking an entry-level Water Resources Engineer to join our Water Resources, Geospatial and Technology Group based in Durham, NC. The successful candidate will assist with various engineering projects related to Water Resources and civil engineering. These projects may include, but are not limited to, hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses, dam inundation studies, stream restoration design, and storm water planning and design. Typical clients include FEMA, NCEM, NCDOT, Duke Energy, and various state and local governments.
In addition to the tasks listed above, the applicant will assist with new H&H analyses and floodplain mapping that conform to FEMA's guidelines and specifications for the National Flood Insurance Program. These tasks will involve the use of various H&H engineering software as well as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare floodplain and watershed studies and watershed/stormwater master planning
- Prepare project reports
- Ensure that project schedule and budget expectations are adhered to
- Ensure that quality assurance and quality control procedures are adhered to
- Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field
- Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification preferred
- The successful candidate must have an understanding of H&H principles and practices, including HEC-RAS.
- ArcGIS experience is highly desired
- Strong work ethic, self-motivated and willingness to be trained
- Ability to work as part of a project team
- Good interpersonal skills
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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