Job Description
Water Resource Engineer - Looking for a change of pace or new opportunity in water resource engineering? The Pittsburgh office is looking for a mid-level hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) engineer to be responsible for assisting with water resource engineering consulting services for a broad array of public and private clients. Projects and focus areas include green stormwater infrastructure, stream restoration, H&H calculations and modeling, erosion and sediment control, and construction inspection. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate engineering issues and concepts.

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:
  • Hydraulic analyses to determine pre- and post-project flooding conditions.
  • Hydrologic runoff calculations and stormwater computer modeling.
  • Site investigations, data collection, evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property to accurately model site conditions.
  • Evaluations, alternative analyses, feasibility studies, and engineer's construction.
  • Design calculations.
  • Stream restoration or re-routing plans.
  • Detailed design drawings, schematics, layouts and technical specifications.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• EIT required and ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania required.
• Active PE license in Pennsylvania preferred.
• 3-5 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.

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.