Water Resources Engineer

Ready to elevate your career? Let's make it happen together. JT is looking for a talented Water Resources Engineer to join our team in Wisconsin. You'll get to lead projects, show off your skills, and shape our services. This role offers a variety of civil engineering experiences and the chance to make a real difference in the communities we serve. If you're seeking career growth, a vibrant company culture, and great relationships, this opportunity is for you. We're hiring for our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire, WI offices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in stormwater management, hydrology, and hydraulic modeling/design. This role focuses on flood control, water quality, and green infrastructure projects, playing a key role in sustainable water resource management across JT's municipal, transportation, and site development projects. Visit our website to learn about our people, culture, and community impact. Job Responsibilities Design and develop stormwater management systems (detention/retention ponds, infiltration systems, conveyance channels) ensuring regulatory compliance Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to assess water flow, flood risks, and drainage capacity using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D Evaluate and design stormwater systems, including conveyance and detention/retention ponds Collaborate with project teams to integrate water resource solutions into transportation and site development projects Prepare and review environmental reports, permits, and impact assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence and sustainability Lead and manage water resource projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination Serve as the primary client contact, providing technical expertise, ensuring project goals, and supporting proposal preparation Conduct site inspections and oversee construction to ensure design specifications are met Stay updated on industry trends and technologies, applying innovative solutions. Mentor junior engineers and technical staff in water resource engineering Ensure quality work within guidelines, assist with project budget management, and adhere to Quality Control processes Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, focusing on Water Resources or related field 5 years of experience in water resources engineering, emphasizing stormwater management Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain within 12 months Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM) Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS software Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal water regulations. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in watershed planning, floodplain management, green infrastructure, LID practices, and SWPPP (preferred) ENV SP or other sustainability certifications (a plus) Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Authorized to work permanently in the country Willingness to travel occasionally for work or professional development Life at JT: The Benefits and Perks Our benefits and perks are top-notch. JT offers competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance, strong retirement plans, performance incentives, professional development, wellness programs, and more, all aimed at creating an exceptional work environment. Beyond our benefits, JT stands out for its strong employee culture. Join us, and you'll be part of a passionate team that values both their work and each other. Why Work For Us We provide quarterly incentive bonuses to compensate our salaried employees for the extra effort they make to achieve our goals JT believes all employees share in the success of our hard work and in achieving our goals, resulting with our year-end bonus program We offer highly competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Our 401K retirement savings plan , with a generous company match, starts on your first date of hire You’re given a generous amount of annual paid time off and nine paid holidays We understand the importance of volunteering for a cause close to your heart, so JT offers paid Community Service Hours We provide group/individual technical and leadership training to all our employees to foster the culture we have created at JT, to ensure we provide development opportunities to our employees We encourage our employees to remain healthy, both inside and outside of work, with a robust wellness program available to all employees We believe in our “Work Hard, Play Harder” philosophy of let’s have fun while at work and outside of work by hosting company social events We partake in meaningful philanthropic opportunities in the communities in which we work and live, including participation in our annual initiative with The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – Wisconsin Chapter We provide a flexible work environment that allows employees to maintain a healthy work/life balance Our employees enjoy a business casual dress code to remain comfortable throughout the day With four office locations in Wisconsin, we offer our employees internal service lines and office transfer options as they grow in their careers JT has a strong collaborative work environment , allowing employees to feel fully supported Who We Are We're different, and our clients agree. We're real people delivering trusted civil engineering solutions with proven results for public and private clients. This isn't just a slogan; it's who we are. That's why we attract top talent and why clients trust us with their most important projects. Join JT and be part of a team that lives by these principles. Since our founding in 2005, we've grown to over 100 employees with offices in Green Bay, Madison, Eau Claire, and Milwaukee, WI. We tailor each project, proactively engaging with clients for efficient, cost-effective service. Our design and construction professionals collaborate closely to deliver award-winning projects. Our core services include construction engineering, land development, land surveying, local government, structural engineering, traffic & roundabout engineering, transportation engineering, and water resources engineering. JT Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer