Water Resources Engineer

McFarland Johnson • Full-time • Pittsford, NY, US • 4d ago

At McFarland Johnson (MJ), you'll own your future. We're a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.

Certified as a Great Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture as collaborative, people-focused, and supportive. Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together.

MJ has an exciting opportunity for a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing and widely respected Water Resources Group. Our Water Resources Group is a leader on transportation, aviation, municipal, and environmental projects throughout the Northeast. Our engineers support a wide variety of services including hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, bridge and culvert hydraulics, stormwater management, flood resiliency planning, FEMA floodplain studies, stream restoration, and watershed improvements.

This position is available in any of MJ's New York or New England office locations. Hybrid work arrangements will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Perform hydrologic and hydraulic evaluations for transportation, aviation, municipal, land development, and ecological restoration projects.
Complete 1-D and 2-D Hydraulic Modeling at challenging riverine and tidal locations with technical assistance from team leaders.
Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models, evaluate results, and communicate findings to project teams and clients.
Use FHWA Hydraulic Engineering Circulars (HEC) such as HEC-18, HEC-20 and HEC-23 to calculate potential scour, assess stream behavior and stability, and develop recommendations for scour countermeasures.
Perform field investigations for hydrologic and hydraulic assessments, construction observation, and monitoring activities, as needed.
Support the planning, design, permitting, and construction-phase delivery of a diverse range of water resources projects.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across, including transportation, aviation, environmental, structural, and municipal project teams.
Participate in client meetings, agency coordination efforts, and technical discussions.
Prepare engineering reports, technical memoranda, permit applications, and construction documents.
Manage technical tasks, budgets, and schedules under the guidance of project managers.
Mentor junior staff as experience grows.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the firm's water resources practice.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
3 to 7 years of experience in water resources is preferred, but exceptional candidates with more years of experience are encouraged to apply.
EIT/FE Certification is required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within two years is preferred.
Strong hydraulic modeling, stream restoration and fluvial geomorphology experience preferred.
Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements is preferred, including FEMA and floodplain management requirements.
Familiarity with FEMA floodplain mapping and model development.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Experience using HEC-RAS (1D and 2D), SRH-2D, HEC-HMS, HY-8, HydroCAD, or similar hydraulic and hydrologic modeling tools.
Working knowledge of ArcGIS and/or GIS-based analysis.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley OpenRoads software is preferred.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey.
Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success ' you own your future.
Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions.
Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary between $90k to $125k with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
Company funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.

Join Us and Make a Difference

Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can #ownyourfuture.

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