Water Resources Engineer

2 days ago


Fort Collins, Colorado, United States Ayres Associates Full time
About the Role

Ayres Associates is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our technical staff, you will lead design efforts on public and private client projects across the US.

Key Responsibilities
  • Hydraulic design of bridges over rivers and scour countermeasures for highway, bridge, and flood control projects.
  • Analyze river and floodplain hydraulics and hydrology.
  • Design stream stability enhancements and stream restoration.
  • Design culverts and drainage facilities for highway projects.
  • Design stormwater-focused civil engineering projects, including stormwater systems, trenchless rehabilitation, rivers, and open channel systems.
  • Lead design efforts on public and private client projects.
  • Lead presentations and project meetings with clients and the public.
  • Assist with developing scopes for proposals and maintaining client relationships.
  • Coordinate and oversee construction activities on various types of projects.
  • Gather and analyze data on stormwater or river engineering projects and prepare reports, plans, and specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Work with both private and public clients on various projects.
  • Collaborate with nationally recognized project teams involved in complex river engineering and bridge hydraulics projects.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering; master's degree in a related field is desirable.
  • Professional Engineer registration.
  • 4-10 years of progressive experience on water resource projects.
  • Experience in design and construction projects for public and private sector clients.
  • Experience and interest in bridge hydraulics and scour analysis and scour countermeasure design.
  • Skilled in hydrologic and/or hydraulic analysis, especially with two-dimensional hydraulic modeling software (RAS2D or SRH2D), HEC-RAS, WMS, EPA-SWMM, or HEC HMS.
  • CFD a plus.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Desired Skills and Experiences
  • River and floodplain analysis using HEC-RAS or two-dimensional hydraulic modeling.
  • Experience in bridge scour program support.
  • AutoCAD Civil3D experience.
  • GIS experience.
  • Interest in developing clients, obtaining new work, and project management.
  • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to conduct effective client presentations.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and with other team members in multiple offices.
  • Knowledge of applicable state and federal rules and regulations related to civil improvement projects.
Benefits of Being Part of the Ayres Team
  • Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Development opportunities.
  • Paid membership dues to professional organizations.
  • Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification.
  • Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.
  • Work/Life Balance.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Paid holidays, including two floating holidays.
  • Flexible work schedules.
  • Financial benefits, including flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options, 401(k) with company match, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Social benefits, including peer recognition program and mentor programs, Young Professionals (YP) networking groups, sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more.

Ayres Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.



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