Junior Water Resource Engineer

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Junior Water Resources Engineer supporting water research and engineering practice in Pacific Northwest. Collaborate with technical staff on projects in water resource management, design, and habitat restoration.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $78,120 - $86,910 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performing technical analyses and supporting the development of civil engineering design documents for water resources management, water supply, water conveyance, water storage, stormwater, and habitat restoration projects.
Performing calculations and completing hydrologic and hydraulic modeling in support of water resources projects.
Preparing written reports and technical studies.
Supporting development of civil engineering design drawings, technical specifications, and opinions of probable cost.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering (or equivalent).
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
Washington PE or plan to obtain a Washington PE license within the next 3 years.
1-4 years of experience in water resources planning, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and design and construction of water resources projects.
CAD drawing development (Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred).
Experience with a diverse range of hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling and design software packages.
A willingness to work on a variety of tasks, ranging from hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to development of drawings, specifications, and opinions of probable cost for a variety of water resources, restoration, and environmental remediation projects.
Self-motivation, drive, and proactive communication.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
Vacation: 2 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level.
Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match
Annual Bonus
Other potential bonus types: Billable Time Bonus, Spot Bonus, Milestone Anniversary Bonus, Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus, Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus

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Hard Skills & Tools

hydrologic modelinghydraulic modelingcivil engineering designwater resources managementwater supply designwater conveyance designwater storage designstormwater managementhabitat restorationcalculations

Soft Skills

self-motivationdriveproactive communication

Certifications

Master’s Degree in Civil EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Water Resources EngineeringEngineer in Training (EIT)Washington PE license