Assistant Staff Water Resources Engineer

SWCA Environmental Consulting & Engineering is currently seeking an Assistant Staff Water Resources Engineer with an interest in hydrology, hydraulics, and water resources engineering. We are looking for an Engineer who can contribute to the growth of our ecological restoration practice in Raleigh, NC, as well as support SWCA’s watershed planning projects throughout the entire U.S. The ideal candidate will have entry-level understanding of applied hydrology and hydraulics. Working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D and Python is a plus.

This position will be based in Raleigh, North Carolina, with the flexibility to work either in a hybrid work environment or remotely (= distributed). The position will entail travel on occasion to assess project sites, collect field data, and meet with clients. Travel will be about 5% of the time. This is a full-time, regular (with benefits), hourly, non-exempt position. 

• →Supports the development of engineering analysis for projects, including hydrologic & hydraulic modeling, floodplain permitting, watershed planning, stream and wetland restoration, coastal resiliency, land development, solar and transmission, and wildfire planning.
• →Develop project management skills
• →Represent SWCA and continue your professional development at industry conferences
• →Work independently in a fast-paced and remote environment; work under pressure with high level of detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

One year of relevant, progressively responsible experience or any equivalent combination of experience, performance, training, and/or education. Knowledge normally obtained through a bachelor's degree; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation preferred.

We are looking for someone with a strong technical foundation who is interested in developing their career in water resources engineering. A willingness to learn, work through technical challenges, and develop expertise in new tools and methods is important.

•  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Biological Engineering, Civil, Environmental, or Coastal Engineering)
• Experience or a willingness to learn HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, ArcGIS, Python, and other hydrologic/hydraulic modeling
• Relevant summer internship or co-op experience is preferred.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet SWCA's driver requirements. 

This position may require domestic travel, including travel by commercial airline. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain all valid travel documents and identification required for work-related travel throughout the duration of employment.  

Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.   

SWCA is committed to salary equity and transparency. The expected pay range for this [office name] based position is is $26.75 to $34.78 per hour. Actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. Eligible employees may also receive performance based bonuses. 

As a 100% employee owned company, we invest in your future. Our Total Rewards package includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with profit sharing, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities. 

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact accommodations@swca.com or call 1 480 581 5378. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact recruiting@swca.com.

SWCA may use approved technology, including AI-assisted tools, to support parts of the application and recruiting process. All selection and hiring decisions are made by SWCA employees, and candidates are not selected or rejected by automated systems. We are committed to a fair, transparent, and human-centered hiring experience. 

Candidates may use AI tools to help prepare application materials and interviews. However, all application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect their own experience, skills, and qualifications. AI must not be used to fabricate experience, complete assessments on their behalf, or otherwise misrepresent their background or abilities. 

SWCA Environmental Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. 

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

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