Senior Water Resources Engineer

WRA, Inc.

Senior Water Resources Engineer supporting and delivering water resources projects within Northern California offices. Collaborating with clients on river restoration and mentoring junior staff.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $161,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leading and conducting river restoration-related design projects
Collaborating with other senior staff to propose on and win work with existing and new clients.
Training and mentoring staff with diverse skill sets and backgrounds
Project Management
Specialization in the following:
Hydrologic analysis using a combination of software (HEC-HMS, TR-55, SWMM, or similar)
Hydraulic analysis using a combination of software (HEC-RAS, MIKE, FHWA SMS, HY-8, Hydraulic ToolBox, etc)
Developing construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates for water resources projects
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 15 years of professional experience
A Bachelor’s degree in civil, agricultural, or environmental engineering, or related field with an emphasis on water resources
A professional Civil Engineering license from the state of California with the ability to obtain licensure in Oregon and other states as needed
Familiarity with natural systems and a thorough understanding of river restoration
To be physically capable of walking on rough, sloped, terrain and licensed to drive for field visits and construction observations
An eagerness to work collaboratively with coworkers who are mostly working remotely
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (while WRA has fleet vehicles that can be reserved for field use, during busy field seasons a truck may not be available)

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexible policies
internal practices
programs that prioritize learning and sustainability

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Hard Skills & Tools

hydrologic analysishydraulic analysisproject managementconstruction documentscost estimatesAutoCAD Civil 3D

Soft Skills

trainingmentoringcollaborationcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineeringCivil Engineering license