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Civil Water Resources Engineer

Goodwin RecruitingChantilly, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Chantilly, VA, United States
Posted
Yesterday
AutoCAD

Job Description

Civil Water Resources Engineer

Northern Virginia

A growing multidisciplinary engineering firm is seeking a Civil Water Resources Engineer to support stormwater management and land development projects. This position offers exposure to both new development and redevelopment work, with opportunities to expand into hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, floodplain studies, and dam-related projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design stormwater management systems, including bioretention facilities, ponds, permeable pavement, green roofs, underground detention, and manufactured treatment systems
  • Prepare construction plans, calculations, specifications, technical reports, and permit applications
  • Develop stormwater management concepts for multi-phase development projects
  • Perform construction observations and stormwater facility inspections
  • Research local and state regulations and coordinate with reviewing agencies
  • Support construction administration and address agency review comments
  • Manage project assignments, schedules, and deadlines
  • Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary project teams

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field
  • 2+ years of civil engineering experience, preferably in land development or water resources
  • Strong AutoCAD skills
  • Knowledge of stormwater management design and permitting
  • Strong analytical, technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
  • Careful attention to detail and quality control

Preferred

  • EIT certification or PE license
  • Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, FlowMaster, or similar H&H software
  • Familiarity with ArcGIS, ArcMap, or comparable mapping software

This opportunity provides strong professional growth, diverse project exposure, and a collaborative team environment.

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