Engineer (PE) - Water Resources

2 months ago


Des Moines, United States Houston Engineering, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Job Location: Des Moines, IA

OUR CULTURE. YOUR CAREER.

Are you looking to make a difference by protecting our most valuable natural resources? Join Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI) as a Water Resources Engineer and you will put your knowledge and skills into action to solve complex water management issues.

HEI is a full-service civil engineering, surveying, environmental and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota.  Having been in business since 1968, we have provided outstanding client service and effectively managed our business strategy resulting in sustained growth.  Our commitment continues to be meeting our client needs and providing a casual and productive atmosphere for our employees.

We are currently seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our team in Des Moines, IA.

Job Description

  • Prepare hydraulic and hydrology models.
  • Complete engineering analysis and calculations
  • Prepare engineering design services and develop associated scope of work and associated budgets.
  • Assist with project management duties.
  • Prepare studies, reports, design documents, and design plans and specifications for civil and water resources projects.
Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in the civil and water resources engineering areas.
  • IA Professional Engineer license or the ability to obtain the license within 6 months.
  • Desire to grow leadership and project management skills.
  • Valid driver’s license with availability for periodic travel.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future.  Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Likely project areas include civil engineering projects, water resources studies, public drainage system repairs, hydrologic modeling and storm water planning.  Candidate must be willing to travel throughout the state/region for project meetings and project management related activities.

 



Additional Information

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay, annual bonuses, paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays; parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA & FSAs, flexible schedule, annual HEI logo apparel and more.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the Prairie Businesses 50 best places to work for several years in a row

Apply by July 31, 2024

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