Entry/Mid-Level Water Resources Engineer

Sargent & Lundy • Charlotte, NC • 4h ago

Description

As a valued member of our dynamic team, you'll collaborate closely with team lead(s) to contribute to the execution of water resources deliverables and site development engineering tasks. Your role will involve participating in project teams alongside fellow engineers, focusing on designing, modifying, and analyzing power plant sites. Responsibilities may encompass:

Determining flood levels for rainfall events spanning 100-year, 500-year, and 1000-year occurrences.

Utilizing ArcGIS, StreamStats, and DEM data for watershed delineation.

Conducting extreme value analysis on stream and rainfall gauges.

Crafting H&H models with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS.

Performing dam failure analysis.

Estimating IDF curves based on rainfall gauge data.

Extracting probable maximum precipitation (PMP) data from existing publications.

Designing storm drains, open channel drainage systems, and stormwater ponds.

Developing site layout, grading plans, and drainage designs.

Designing roads and trackwork for optimal functionality.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

Hold an MSCE in Civil Engineering, specializing in Water Resources, from an ABET Engineering program, with a solid academic foundation and relevant coursework.

Possess 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in hydrologic and hydraulic design and analysis, including expertise in assessing floods and droughts for streams and rivers.

Strong course work in hydrology and hydraulics.

Experience in various areas of civil engineering, such as site grading, drainage, and stormwater management systems.

Experienced in report preparation.

Experienced in analyzing raw data from existing rainfall gages and stream stations.

Showcase mastery with multiple design tools, including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D, 2D), RAS Mapper, QGIS, Global Mapper, TR-55, GIS software, Civil3D, and AutoCAD.

Have familiarity with programming languages like MATLAB, Python, R, or VBScript.

Exhibit strong teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Be prepared for occasional travel as part of the job requirements.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

PE license.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$66,000.00 - $94,810.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityCharlotte

StateNC

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestCivil Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-20219

Business GroupEnergy & Industrial Group

DepartmentCivil Engineering Support Services

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