Position: Hydraulic Modeler / Water Resources Engineer; Full or Part-time available
Company: River Focus, Inc. is a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) providing water resources engineering consulting services in California, Hawaii, Washington, and Montana (and expanding to other states).
Location: Remote
River Focus is based in the San Diego, California area; however, this is a remote position and relocation is not required.
Experience Requirements: 2 to 10+ years of related water resources experience
Job Responsibilities:
Primary tasks and responsibilities for this position include:
Conduct water resources engineering studies.
Perform 1-D and 2-D hydraulic modeling, including model development and calibration.
Perform sediment transport analysis and scour calculations.
Creatively work on complex hydrologic and hydraulic engineering projects.
Prepare technical study reports and technical memos.
Analyze and perform hydraulic design of channels, detention basins, and other hydraulic structures.
Use QGIS and/or ArcGIS to pre- and post-process GIS data and to prepare maps and graphics.
Perform data analysis using spreadsheets or other engineering or scientific software.
Perform field reconnaissance visits to project sites (optional, depending on remote location vs. project locations).
Other duties as required for water resources engineering projects.
Required Skills (Technical and Non-Technical):
A successful candidate should have the following skills:
Knowledge of HEC models including HEC-RAS and HEC-HMS.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Close attention to detail.
Ability to work well independently and manage time.
Ability and desire to work well as part of a project team.
Knowledge of GIS software is preferred.
Strong computer skills. Knowledge of programming is a plus.
Education:
Master’s Degree in a water resources field (including Civil and Environmental Engineering) is preferred, but we are open to bright professionals from other related fields.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary depends on years of experience, degree, and professional registration
401(k) Plan with company matching up to 4% of your salary.
Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick) – 3 weeks per year (full-time); pro-rated for part-time employees
Paid Holidays – 10 paid holidays per year including your birthday; pro-rated for part-time employees
Medical/Dental Insurance – River Focus reimburses the cost of insurance through a Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement, also known as a QSEHRA. This allows you to pick a plan that works best for you, and you aren’t restricted to a plan selected by the company.
Reimbursement of professional license renewal fees
Reimbursement of professional membership costs (ASCE, ASFPM, etc.)
Opportunity to attend professional conferences (all expenses paid by River Focus)
Employment type
Full-time
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