Trilon Group

Stream Design Engineer - Professional Engineer

Trilon Group • $120K — $180K *
Spokane, WA 99208In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline (Civil, Biological Systems, Water Resources)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington or eligibility to obtain one
  • 5+ years of experience in stream restoration, river engineering, or hydraulic engineering
  • Proficiency in hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SRH-2D, HY-8)
  • Knowledge of Washington environmental regulations and permitting processes
  • Understanding of fluvial geomorphology and aquatic habitat restoration principles
  • Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and design of stream restoration and fish passage projects
  • Develop hydraulic and hydrologic analyses for various engineering projects
  • Design natural channel systems and habitat enhancement features
  • Prepare engineering reports, construction plans, and specifications
  • Serve as Engineer of Record for relevant projects
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on project delivery
  • Mentor junior engineers and technical staff

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off and unmatched comp time policy
  • 401(k) with a 50% match up to 6%
  • Professional development opportunities and in-house training
  • Paid memberships for professional organizations and licensure
Full Job Description
Stream Design Engineer - Professional Engineer

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Spokane, WA

Compensation: $120,000 - $180,000 / year

Description

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

As a Stream Design Engineer, you will play a key role in restoring rivers, streams, and fish passage systems throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest. You'll lead the planning and design of stream restoration and aquatic habitat projects that improve ecological function while meeting transportation, permitting, and infrastructure needs.

This position offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team on some of the region's most impactful environmental and transportation projects.

What are the core responsibilities for the role?
  • Lead the planning, analysis, and design of stream restoration, fish passage, and river engineering projects.
  • Develop hydraulic and hydrologic analyses for stream crossings, culverts, bridges, and restoration projects.
  • Design natural channel systems, stream grading, bank stabilization, and habitat enhancement features.
  • Prepare designs utilizing large woody material, engineered log jams, bioengineering techniques, and other natural infrastructure solutions.
  • Perform scour evaluations, sediment transport analyses, floodplain evaluations, backwater modeling, and channel stability assessments.
  • Coordinate environmental permitting requirements with multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Prepare engineering reports, construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting technical documentation.
  • Serve as Engineer of Record for stream restoration and hydraulic design projects when appropriate.
  • Provide engineering support during construction, including responding to contractor questions, reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and assisting with design modifications.
  • Coordinate with transportation engineers, environmental scientists, geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, and public agencies throughout project delivery.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to business development and proposal efforts.
  • Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.


Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington, or the ability to obtain Washington licensure.
  • 5+ years of experience designing stream restoration, river engineering, fish passage, or hydraulic engineering projects.
  • Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, SRH-2D, HY-8, or similar tools.
  • Experience preparing construction plans and specifications for stream restoration or water resources projects.
  • Working knowledge of Washington permitting processes, environmental regulations, and agency coordination.
  • Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, channel stability, sediment transport, and aquatic habitat restoration principles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience delivering projects for WSDOT, Washington State agencies, Tribal governments, counties, municipalities, or federal agencies.
  • Experience with fish passage correction projects.
  • Familiarity with Washington stream restoration and fish passage design guidance.
  • Experience supporting construction of stream restoration projects.
  • Experience with large woody material (LWM) design and installation.
  • Proficiency with OpenRoads, Civil 3D, GIS, or related engineering software.
  • Certified or willing to obtain Washington stream restoration and scour-related training as project needs require.
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and technical staff.


Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
  • Professional development opportunities including in-house training
  • Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

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