Water Resources Engineer

Water Resources Engineer

Location:

Overland Park, Kansas

Blackstone Environmental, Inc. is seeking to retain an experienced Water Resources engineer for our growing practice. This role involves designing, analyzing, and implementing water resources related projects including streambank stabilization, open channel flow analysis, flood and stormwater management and control, and sustainable environmental solutions. The Water Resource Engineer will participate in consulting efforts for the company, including design and permitting of projects, assisting with client and project management efforts, and permitting related communication. 

Job Requirements:

Expected duties will include the following:

  • Water Resouces design and analysis to support engineering projects including plan and drawing development, project submittals to clients, and presentations of work to clients or regulators; 
  • Support Blackstone’s engineering practice through client development and management, project execution, and staff development;
  • Plan and oversee project logistics 
  • Conduct field inspection of projects to confirm quality and adherence to designs. 
  • Provide technical support and resolve engineering challenges during construction. 
  • Help identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take an active leadership role in the development of new business with existing clients; 
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers and environmental scientists; 
  • Serve as a technical resource for engineering projects; 

Education:

  • Minimum, B.S. in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

Experience: 

Minimum of two years of industry experience in water resource engineering.  Experience in design, modeling, and analysis with water resource related projects.  Experience with state and federal permitting processes is also a bonus. 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain it within a specified period.
  • Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software, CAD tools, and GIS platforms.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Knowledge of applicable local, state and federal regulations.

Certificates/Licenses:

  • Required at entry: valid driver’s license.