Senior Water Resources Engineer - West Columbia, SC As part of our team, you will work closely with Project Engineers on Design-Bid-Build alternative delivery infrastructure projects to provide technical planning, design, and construction support for hydrologic and hydraulic models, erosion control, stormwater abatement, and green infrastructure on highway, bridge, municipal street, and pedestrian projects. Our Hydrological and Hydraulic Services include roadway drainage plans, bridge hydraulic analysis, storm sewer design, ditch design, culvert analysis, pond design, energy dissipation design, FEMA analysis, flood control modeling, scour analysis, riverine analysis for multidimensional flow, erosion and sediment control, NPDES permitting and stormwater management. This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus.
Responsibilities- Perform drainage design on highway and bridge construction projects.
- Review documents and design work for compliance with plans and specifications.
- Perform engineering calculations and develop hydrologic and hydraulic models.
- Prepare designs to include state stormwater management plan requirements.
- Mentor younger engineers in hydrology and hydraulics.
- Participate in field investigations, some travel may be required in the Southeast.
Qualifications- Proficiency in hydrology and hydraulics.
- Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritizing client satisfaction.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with software such as MicroStation, GEOPAK, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, TR-20, FHWA Hydraulics Toolbox, HY8, etc., is advantageous.
- Proficiency in hydrology and hydraulics modeling.
- A valid Driver's License and safe driving record are required.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the US.
- Must complete a pre-employment screening; ICE is a drug-free workplace.
Education and Experience Requirements- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) required with 7-10 years of water resources experience performing drainage design on highway and bridge construction projects required.
- Experience with South Carolina Department of Transportation design principles is required.
Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis position predominantly involves up to 8 hours per day at a computer workstation, with occasional standing and walking. The employee may occasionally lift lightweight office supplies and materials, typically not exceeding 20 pounds. The office environment is indoors, characterized by controlled temperatures and minimal exposure to adverse conditions. Employees must have the ability to visually discern and differentiate details and colors of objects, and proficiency in recognizing sound, tone, and pitch. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary. The role demands adaptability to interruptions and changes in workflow, as well as the capacity to sit for extended periods.
Expected Hours of Work The ICE offices are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, allowing an unpaid hour for lunch daily. Work schedules may vary according to the project schedule. This is an onsite position reporting to the ICE office 5 days per week.
