Civil Engineer - Water Resources Project Engineer

JT Engineering Inc.

• $80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in water resources engineering, particularly in stormwater management
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within a year
  • Proficient in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM)
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS software
  • Strong local, state, and federal water regulations knowledge
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop stormwater management systems ensuring compliance
  • Perform modeling to assess water flow, flood risks, and drainage capacity
  • Collaborate on integrating water resource solutions into projects
  • Prepare environmental reports and ensure sustainability adherence
  • Lead water resource projects, managing scheduling and budgets
  • Act as primary client contact, providing technical expertise
  • Conduct site inspections and oversee construction fidelity
  • Stay current on industry trends and mentor junior staff

Benefits

  • Quarterly incentive bonuses for goal achievement
  • Year-end bonus program sharing company success
  • Comprehensive insurance including medical and dental
  • 401(k) with a generous match from day one
  • Generous PTO and nine paid holidays
  • Paid Community Service Hours for personal causes
  • Ongoing technical and leadership training opportunities
  • Wellness program to support health
  • Engaging company culture with events and philanthropic initiatives
  • Flexible work environment promoting work/life balance
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We're hiring for our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire, WI offices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in stormwater management, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling/design. This role focuses on roadway and site drainage, playing a key role in sustainable water resource management across JT's municipal, transportation, and site development projects.

Job Responsibilities
  • Design and develop stormwater management systems (detention/retention ponds, infiltration systems, conveyance channels) ensuring regulatory compliance
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to assess water flow, flood risks, and drainage capacity using HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, SWMM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Collaborate with project teams to integrate water resource solutions into transportation and site development projects
  • Prepare and review environmental reports, permits, and impact assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence and sustainability
  • Lead and manage water resource projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination
  • Serve as the primary client contact, providing technical expertise, ensuring project goals, and supporting proposal preparation
  • Conduct site inspections and oversee construction to ensure design specifications are met
  • Stay updated on industry trends and technologies, applying innovative solutions
  • Mentor junior engineers and technical staff in water resource engineering
  • Adhere to internal Quality Control processes to ensure accuracy and compliance

Job Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university, emphasis on Water Resources or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in water resources engineering, emphasizing stormwater management
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain within 12 months
  • Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM)
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS software
  • Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal water regulations
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in watershed planning, floodplain management, green infrastructure, LID practices, and SWPPP (preferred)
  • ENV SP or other sustainability certifications (a plus)
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Authorized to work permanently in the country
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for work or professional development

Life at JT: The Benefits and Perks

At JT, we offer more than just a job - we provide a thriving workplace culture and exceptional benefits. Our team enjoys:
  • Quarterly incentive bonuses for achieving goals
  • Year-end bonus program that shares company success
  • Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, life & disability
  • 401(k) with generous match, starting on day one
  • Generous PTO and nine paid holidays
  • Paid Community Service Hours to support causes you care about
  • Ongoing technical & leadership training for career growth
  • Wellness program to support your health
  • "Work Hard, Play Harder" culture with engaging company events
  • Philanthropic initiatives, including our annual partnership with Blood Cancer United
  • Flexible work environment that supports work/life balance

Founded in 2005, we have grown to over 115 employees with office locations across Wisconsin, including Green Bay, Madison, Eau Claire, and Milwaukee. We provide a tailored approach for each project, proactively engaging and communicating with our clients to ensure efficient and cost-effective service. Our design and construction professionals work closely together, utilizing our combined experience, knowledge, and expertise to deliver award-winning projects.

Our core services include construction engineering, land development, land surveying, local government, structural engineering, traffic & roundabout engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, and landscape architecture.

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