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Mid-Senior Level Water Resources Engineer

Employer
Wood
Location
Chantilly, VA
Closing date
Aug 5, 2021

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Industry
Engineering
Function
Engineer, QA Engineer, IT
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com We offer competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package including: medical, vision, & dental coverage, 401K Matching, Educational Reimbursement, and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path. Role Overview Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is currently seeking a Mid toSenior Level Water Resources Engineer to join our highly collaborative team in Chantilly, Virginia. This position offers potential for development in a great working environment and the opportunity to apply the latest technology to help our clients solve their most challenging problems. Typical projects involve helping local, state and federal clients complete floodplain management, stormwater management and other watershed planning projects. This role includes personnel management for a group of 7-10 Water Resources Engineers. Key Responsibilities: Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of riverine systems as part of the Risk Mapping, Assessment, and Planning (Risk MAP) program for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Perform quality control reviews and oversee H&H analyses completed by junior engineers Execute one dimensional and two dimensional flood risk modeling software applications such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, FLO-2D, and SWMM Support field investigations including the collection and analysis of data used to support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling Execute established procedures, perform routine calculations and process GIS data necessary to support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling efforts Prepare floodplain and watershed studies in compliance with FEMA standards and specifications and assist with Quality Assurance and Quality Control for flood insurance study deliverables Evaluate flood mitigation and flood control projects and their effectiveness Efficiently work with ArcGIS software and extensions in support of flood risk modeling and mapping and other water resources project needs Work with a team of GIS specialists supporting various planning and water resources, flood risk management and environmental restoration projects Personnel management of a group of approximately 10 junior to mid-level engineers Skills / Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor or Masters of Science in an accredited Civil Engineering Program Strong written and verbal communication skills PE certification in VA CFM certification 5+ years experience in Hydrologic and Hydraulic Data Development in support of Risk MAP Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and ArcGIS Experience with FEMA's Data Capture Standards Experience with FEMA's Mapping Information Platform Experience with NFIP/Risk MAP 2-D hydraulic modeling experience Experience with Bulletin 17C Preferred Qualifications: Stormwater Engineering Design Experience PE Certification in WV, DE, MD, and/or DC Experience with FEMA Region III Risk Analysis Branch Pluvial modeling experience Climate resilience experience If you believe you have the necessary knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to succeed in this position, then we would like to hear from you. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing laws. By submitting your resume, you consent to Wood plc sharing this information within its divisions in order to identify other employment opportunities for which you may be suitable.

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