Job Description

Why join us?

We are hiring! The Senior Water Resources Engineer will be an integral part of out Water Engineering team. We are seeking for a Strong candidate for this role will need to demonstrate full competency in conventional engineering work and broad knowledge of precedents in water resources. This individual must have thorough knowledge in Roadway Drainage, H&H, and MS4 design. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microstation, Inroads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, and HY-8. A strong candidate will be able to independently make sound preliminary engineering decisions, mentor junior engineer staff, develop water resource design plans, and plan technical reports.

About Us

Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope.




• Performs preliminary engineering design and/or reviews the design and drafting work of junior engineers, designers or drafters.




• Works with internal clients at progress meetings and throughout project to meet client needs, project schedules, goals and deadlines.




• Prepares cost and man-hour estimates, job budgets and schedules.




• Performs quality control and guidance of junior staff related to hydrologic/hydraulic models or methods.




• Prepares or oversees the preparation of final plans and reports and submits them for approval.




• Conducts or oversees personnel involved in engineering investigations and planning work.




• Coordinates work with other engineers and professionals within and outside own discipline, and with support services staff.




• May manage or assist in the management of projects.




• May perform other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

What will you contribute?

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering. M.S. or graduate level technical coursework preferred. This level may be achieved by Engineers with seven years of experience since B.S. or 6 years since M.S. Typical incumbent has ten to fourteen years of experience.




• P.E. license is required

What we offer at Atkins:

At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes




• Competitive salary




• Flexible work schedules




• Group Insurance




• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match




• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)




• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

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