Water Resources Engineer – Coastal & Stormwater -Entry

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for an Entry Level Water Resources Engineer to join our San Diego office.  

About Moffatt & Nichol: 

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. 

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy. 

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform preliminary and detailed engineering design tasks for water resources and related civil engineering projects including:
  • Stormwater management and drainage infrastructure permitting and design, preferably locally.
  • Stormwater hydrology and hydraulics
  • Watershed assessment & planning
  • Urban flood risk and floodplain management
  • Flood protection and resilience
  • Low impact development/green infrastructure
• Performs 1D and 2D riverine hydraulic modeling
• Performs numerical modeling in support of stormwater and drainage improvements projects 
• Prepares plans, specifications, and cost estimates, in support of final bid packages    
• Participates in design activities and meetings between project team members, subcontractors, and client managers   
• Participates in project decisions regarding technical approaches, feasibility, cost, construction approaches, and scheduling performance     
• Prepares written and graphic reports and makes presentations   
• Under direction prepares various draft documents, including reports and technical memoranda

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering, 
• 0-2 years of experience with stormwater, floodplain or site civil engineering 
• EIT preferred 
• Software 
  • AutoCAD, Microstation, and Matlab experience preferred
  • HEC-RAS, HEC- HMS  or other Modelling experience highly desired
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) 
• Availability and willingness to travel
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Moffatt & Nichol’s Employment Benefits: 

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:  

• Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans  
  • Family coverage is available 
  • Low-deductible plan available 
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit 
  • Features include:  monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more