WSP

Technical Director, Hydraulic and Hydrology Engineering

WSP • $110K — $130K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in hydraulic and hydrology engineering or a closely related field.
  • Certified Floodplain Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the analysis and design of hydraulic structures like dams and channels.
  • Oversee hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software.
  • Develop and review technical reports and permit drawings.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in engineering and environmental fields.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
  • Ensure project compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Conduct site visits to assess project progress and quality control.

Benefits

  • Work on challenging and innovative water resource projects.
  • Join a dynamic and expanding water team across the country.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic and Hydrology Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate possesses 12 years of related design engineering experience and is willing to collaborate, innovate, and grow a team.

Your Impact
  • Lead the analysis and design of hydraulic structures, including dams, channels, culverts, spillways, and stormwater management systems.
  • Oversee and conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM).
  • Develop and review technical reports, designs, specifications and permit drawings.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers, environmental scientists, and urban planners.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.
  • Ensure projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations, and standards.
  • Ability to lead a client or sector program.
  • Conduct site visits and inspections to assess project progress and ensure quality control.
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in hydraulic and hydrology engineering or a closely related field.
  • Certified Floodplain Manager.

Why Join Us?
  • Work on challenging and innovative projects related to dams, stormwater management, and other water resources.
  • Become part of our dynamic and expanding water team. Work alongside skilled professionals across the country, all dedicated to the field of water resources.
  • Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and development.

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About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
Learn more about WSP
Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1959
* Ladders Estimates

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