Lead River Restoration Engineer

2 weeks ago

Portland, Oregon, United States Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc. Full time

About Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc.

Imagine being part of a thriving, employee-owned firm that motivates and empowers you to excel while contributing positively to the environment.

At Herrera, we are a consulting organization specializing in science, planning, and design, committed to collaborating with clients to create comprehensive solutions that yield social and ecological benefits. Our work focuses on environmental protection through a wide array of consulting services for municipalities, state and federal agencies, Tribes, non-profits, and private sector clients across the Western United States.

For over four decades, we have nurtured a cooperative, supportive, and values-oriented workplace culture that encourages our employee-owners to strive for excellence while enjoying their work. By granting our employee-owners the freedom to pursue their professional aspirations and fostering their growth, we achieve high retention rates that enhance our enduring client relationships.

Core Values

  • Respect and dignity for all individuals.
  • Commitment to integrity, objectivity, and ethical practices in our projects.
  • Environmental stewardship as a fundamental responsibility.
  • Continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
  • Empowerment of employee-owners as leaders.

Your Role

We are seeking a seasoned engineer with over 15 years of professional experience in the planning and design of river, stream, and floodplain projects. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of ecologists, landscape architects, engineers, and scientists to deliver integrated projects in intricate ecological environments. The successful candidate will contribute to a variety of mitigation, restoration, flood risk management, and infrastructure protection initiatives for both public and private clients throughout the Western United States. Typical project types include:

  • Restoration and enhancement of river and stream habitats
  • Improvements for fish passage
  • Assessment and planning for watersheds and floodplains
  • Restoration of coastal habitats
  • Stabilization of river and stream banks
  • Flood control initiatives
  • Development and protection of infrastructure
  • Support for various engineering and surface water management projects

Essential Qualifications

Education, Experience, & Licensure/Certifications

  • 15+ years of professional experience in the design and conceptualization of river restoration and floodplain management projects
  • Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a master's degree in civil or environmental engineering if the undergraduate degree was not in engineering
  • Current professional engineer (PE) license in Washington or Oregon, or the ability to obtain one through comity based on licensure in another U.S. state
  • Understanding of Washington State permitting requirements (e.g., SEPA, HPA, Shoreline)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Familiarity with watershed characteristics and processes, particularly in the Pacific Northwest
  • Experience in preparing design plans, construction specifications, and cost estimates
  • Proven ability to manage design tasks from inception to completion
  • Experience in proposal preparation and development of scopes of work and budgets
  • Business development experience
  • Capacity to handle multiple tasks and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in civil engineering or environmental science with a focus on aquatic ecosystem restoration, hydraulics, or geomorphology
  • Project management experience in floodplain and restoration design or planning
  • Experience in fish passage analysis and design for roadway culverts
  • Construction management and inspection experience
  • Knowledge of hydrologic analysis and modeling techniques
  • Experience with hydraulic modeling (one- and two-dimensional)
  • Permit application experience in Western states
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and ArcGIS
  • Experience with field data collection and related technologies

Compensation and Benefits

We are proud to offer a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Salaried position with an annual salary range of $136,000 - $177,900
  • Flexible hybrid work environment
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents
  • Flexible benefits plans for healthcare and dependent care
  • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Flexible paid holidays and paid volunteer time
  • Professional development allowance
  • Discretionary annual bonus

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Herrera, we value diversity and inclusion, recognizing that the best outcomes arise from interdisciplinary and diverse teams. Our commitment to treating individuals with respect and integrity is reflected in our hiring practices. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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