29960BR

Service Line:

Environmental

Office Name:

Pittsburgh

Job Description:

Looking for a change of pace or new opportunity in water resource engineering? The Pittsburgh office is looking for a mid-to-upper level hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) engineer to be responsible for growing our H&H practice, managing projects, and assisting with water resource engineering consulting services for a broad array of public and private clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.

• Participate in pre-task planning.

• Report safety issues or concerns to office management.

• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

• Assist with the following services:​​​​​​​

• Grow and Manage H&H Projects

• Design and analyze using hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) modeling

• Model flooding

• Design stormwater management

• Plan for shoreline and coastal resilience

• Design stream restorations

• Design dam projects and perform safety inspections

• Analyze sediment transport

• Investigate water resources

• Process wetland and waterway permits

• Assess and restore watersheds

• Design AMD remediation

• Assist with grant applications and management

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering; Master's degree in Environmental Engineering preferred.

• EIT required and ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania required.

• Active PE license in Pennsylvania preferred.

• 5+ years of project management experience in water resource engineering.

• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Valid driver’s license.

​​​​​​​Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong technical writing skills.

• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other database software.

• Ability to utilize hydrology and hydraulics engineering computer software suites (i.e. HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HydroCAD, SWMM).

• Ability to communicate ideas and technical information accurately, clearly and concisely to management, staff, team members and clients.

• Ability to facilitate teamwork and work independently.

Exemption:

Exempt

Requisition ID:

29960BR

Posting Title:

Water Resources/Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer

Employment Type:

Regular, Full Time

City, State (Office Location):

Pittsburgh, PA

About Terracon:

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement:

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Job Category:

Engineering

Expected Salary Range:

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.