Hydrology and Hydraulics Staff Engineer

Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Hydrology and Hydraulics Staff Engineer in any of our office locations. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely.

Salary: $65,000 - $80,000/year (based on experience)

Who You Are

An Engineer with a B.S. in Civil Engineering in an ABET accredited curriculum.

Knowledgeable: Knowledge of hydrology & hydraulics (H&H) discipline-specific engineering principles and ability to apply to projects is required. Direct project experience completing H&H project tasks, including open channel flow and/or pressurized conveyance calculations is preferred. Specific tasks could be related to floodplain management, dam breach and hazard assessments, dam decommissioning or removal, stream restoration, and/or fish passage engineering.

Experienced: 1-2 years' experience in Civil Engineering and an Engineer In Training (EIT) certification is preferred. Direct project experience using H&H modeling software, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or SRH-2D. Experience with ArcGIS or AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar CAD software). Experience using CFD modeling software, such as FLOW-3D or Star-CCM+. Land Survey/RTK experience all preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license.

About the Position

In this role you will work directly with mid-level and senior staff on all stages of project delivery from conceptual designs to issued for bid construction drawings. Project work will require close collaboration with scientists, data analysts, engineers, and licensing experts to develop innovative solutions that support renewable energy projects. Through these projects you will have the opportunity to gain specialized expertise in H&H engineering, including floodplain management, dam breach and hazard assessments, dam decommissioning or removal, hydropower feasibility, and/or fish passage engineering. The scope and scale of projects at Kleinschmidt will engage your curiosity and facilitate professional growth. Project work will include site visits, field data collection, engineering calculations and analysis, design using H&H modeling software, spatial analysis or data processing in GIS, review and application of hydraulic modeling results, technical writing of reports, and participation in meetings with clients and other stakeholders. It is strongly preferred that the applicant can work out of one of our company offices but remote applicants with relevant experience will be considered

Discover Your Future at Kleinschmidt

At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With over 50 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.

Our team thrives on passion and engagement, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Join us and turn your potential into impactful solutions that define the future of our planet.

Our Process

Kleinschmidt strives to provide a great candidate experience. After careful review of resumes, we will notify those we are interested in interviewing. We may ask for more details with an initial screening. Our process normally involves two interviews. The top candidate will then be asked to provide 2-3 references and offered a benefits call, a unique step in our process where we describe our full benefits package. The final step is an offer sent via email.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Program
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision package
• 401(k) with 4% employer match and 100% immediate vesting
• 10 Paid Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Ownership

Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.