Water Infrastructure & Resilience Engineer (Civil/Environmental/Mechanical)

The Water Infrastructure & Resilience Engineer will contribute to innovative engineering solutions that strengthen water security and infrastructure resilience across critical federal and military installations. In this role, you will combine technical analysis, engineering modeling, and cost estimation to assess water-neutrality opportunities and develop practical resilience strategies. You will evaluate emerging water technologies, conduct on-site infrastructure assessments, and translate complex engineering data into actionable recommendations. Working alongside policy specialists, project managers, and technical experts, you will help shape strategic initiatives that improve resource efficiency and operational preparedness. You will also support junior analysts and contribute to high-impact technical reports and presentations for senior leadership. This fully remote opportunity offers the chance to apply your engineering expertise to nationally significant infrastructure challenges while supporting sustainability, security, and long-term environmental resilience.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline.

• Professional Experience: At least 4 years of professional experience in water resources engineering, utility management, or a related technical field.

• Water Systems Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of water balance modeling, water treatment technologies, and conveyance systems, including technologies such as MBR, RO, and AWG.

• Engineering Economics: Proven experience with engineering cost estimation and life-cycle cost analysis, including the ability to evaluate infrastructure investment requirements.

• Analytical Skills: Strong technical analysis, modeling, research, and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to assess complex infrastructure conditions and evaluate alternative solutions.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex engineering findings into clear, accessible information for non-technical audiences and senior decision-makers.

• Collaboration and Leadership: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, support junior analysts, and contribute to high-quality technical deliverables.

• Citizenship and Security Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a security clearance.

• Travel Availability: Willingness and ability to travel domestically approximately 10–15% of the time.

• Preferred Education: Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

• Preferred Professional Certification: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

• Preferred Federal Sector Experience: Previous project experience with the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Air Force (DAF), or other federal agencies.

• Preferred Military Infrastructure Knowledge: Familiarity with military installations and the operations of a Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) or Directorate of Public Works (DPW).

• Preferred Risk Analysis Experience: Experience using water risk assessment tools, such as the WRI Aqueduct Atlas.

• Preferred Security Clearance: An active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.