Water Resources Engineer I

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Water Resources Engineer I to work in our growing water resources group. Baxter & Woodman works with municipal clients on projects of all size, putting the client and the solution first – solving problems for people. Come start your career and join our team!

• →Develop Hydrologic and Hydraulic models of municipal storm sewer and sanitary collection systems.
• →Assistance with Drainage Studies and Stormwater Masterplans.
• →Analysis and Design of municipal stormwater facilities (open channels, culverts, storm sewers, detention basins, green infrastructure, etc.…).
• →Drainage design for transportation, hydraulic structures, and site design.
• →Preparation of Plans and Specifications for Construction.
• →Field work associated with Flood inspection and/or Construction Observation.
• →Permitting with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
• →Assistance with municipal permit review.

• →Knowledge of basic principles of infrastructure design and plan preparation.
• →Knowledge of the basic principles of hydrology and hydraulics.
• →Ability to travel throughout Chicago area (own transportation).
• →Strong verbal, computer, organizational, and writing skills.
• →Ability to work in a team environment on a variety of projects.

• 4-year B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, with emphasis in Water Resources engineering preferred.

• E.I.T (Engineer in Training) License.
• Knowledge of H&H modeling (SWMM).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D) and ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of MicroStation (Bentley).
• Experience in Consulting Engineering, Public Works, or Construction.