Water Resources Engineer – Mid Level

Barr Engineering Co.

Water Resources Engineer supporting the Water Resources group in Bismarck. Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, technical assignments, and project management.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeBismarck • North Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

support the Water Resources group, working on projects with a diverse team of engineers and scientists
completing water resources, civil engineering, and related technical assignments
assist with the preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications
work with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials
assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects
Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering with emphasis on water resources
5+ years of water resources engineering experience with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, or water quality
Experience leading tasks or projects
Experience and knowledge of hydrologic modeling and 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling software
possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

water resources engineeringhydrologyhydraulicswater qualityhydrologic modeling1D hydraulic modeling2D hydraulic modeling

Soft Skills

project coordinationcommunicationteam collaborationclient interactionreport preparation

Certifications

bachelor’s degree in civil engineeringbachelor’s degree in environmental engineering