Water Resources Engineer – Renewables

Ulteig

Water Resources Engineer specializing in renewable energy projects for Ulteig's Energy Solutions Department. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide engineering solutions and support renewable energy designs.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,200 - $134,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply current, standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to complete engineering tasks, and support other civil and structural design workflows as necessary on a case-by-case basis
Works closely with and provides guidance to junior engineers
Utilize advanced 2D modeling software such as HEC-RAS 2D, FLO-2D, and InfoWorks ICM to perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
Conduct sediment transport analyses and scour calculations to ensure the integrity and sustainability of renewable energy projects
Develops plans, specifications, and observation reports that are complete, accurate and in accordance with sound industry engineering practices
Is technically involved with the resolution of design challenges that may include performing field investigation or observations and when necessary, resolving discrepancies between multiple sources of information
Performs design and reviews of computations and calculations related to the stormwater management design of renewable projects in urban and rural areas
Maintains a value engineering mindset throughout development, design, and construction
Works closely with business and engineering staff across multiple markets and technical disciplines
Works closely with clients to understand nuanced technical needs and identify the best feasible solution(s)
Supports marketing, sales and business development activities within assigned market
Demonstrates a wide degree of out-of-the-box thinking, creativity, and design ownership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent
Successful Completion of Civil Professional Engineer (PE) registration, NCEES Council Record is preferred
Minimum of 4-6+ years of civil engineering experience, with at least 3+ years of experience in water resource design for renewable energy projects
Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic principles and methodologies related to rural and urban drainage
Experience with erosion and sediment control applications in addition to temporary and permanent stormwater treatment techniques is highly desired
Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex hydrologic and hydraulic data
Experience in performing 2D sediment transport analyses and scour calculations in cohesive and non-cohesive soils is preferred
Demonstrated proficiency in 2D modeling software such as HEC-RAS 2D, FLO-2D, and InfoWorks ICM, as well as ArcGIS software is required
Must have permanent authorization to work in US.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Workplace
Employee Ownership
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Collaborative Environment
Innovative Culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

Hydrologic AnalysisHydraulic AnalysisSediment Transport AnalysisScour CalculationsStormwater Treatment TechniquesErosion Control ApplicationsField InvestigationDesign ComputationsValue EngineeringData Interpretation

Soft Skills

Guidance to Junior EngineersOut-of-the-Box ThinkingCreativityClient CollaborationAnalytical Skills

Certifications

B.S. in Civil EngineeringCivil Professional Engineer (PE) RegistrationNCEES Council Record