Entry Level Water Resources Engineer jobs in United States
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GFT · 10 hours ago

Entry Level Water Resources Engineer

GFT is a privately held AEC firm that innovates at the intersection of transportation, water, power, and buildings. They are seeking an Entry Level Water Resources Engineer to support their Water Resources group, focusing on hydrologic and hydraulic calculations for drainage and stormwater management on transportation projects.

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Responsibilities

Develop hydrologic models to determine pre- and post-construction flows
Design stormwater control measures (SCMs) based on agency design criteria
Design open channel and closed drainage systems for stormwater conveyance
Review project designs for compliance with engineering principles, contract requirements, and company standards
Support roadway drainage plan preparation, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to schedule and budget
Receive guidance from senior engineers and project managers on project goals, technical challenges, and quality standards
Participate in internal and external training opportunities to support continued professional development
Collaborate with other disciplines throughout project development

Qualification

Hydrologic modelingStormwater managementHydraulic designEngineer-in-training (EIT)Microsoft Office SuiteAttention to detailCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
0–3 years of experience in roadway drainage, stormwater or hydraulic design
Demonstrated interest in drainage, stormwater, or water resources engineering through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic experiences
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred

Experience with hydrology and hydraulic methodologies and study preparation for PennDOT projects
Engineer-in-training (EIT) certificate
General knowledge of roadway drainage
Familiarity with Pennsylvania compliance requirements
Interest in cross-training in roadway design and multi-disciplinary collaboration

Benefits

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company

GFT

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GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.

H1B Sponsorship

GFT has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2024 (2)
2023 (2)
2021 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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Key Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
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John Derr
Executive Vice President - Transportation Advisor
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