Staff Water Resource Engineer/Scientist – Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe Region

NCE is actively recruiting for a Staff Hydrologist, Engineer, or Scientist to support NCE’s Water Resources Practice in Nevada, the Lake Tahoe Basin, and the Eastern Sierra Nevada. We are looking for driven professionals who enjoy a mix of office and field work and can apply analytical and critical thinking skills in both environments. If you are a natural problem solver who thrives in a supportive, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment; possesses the innate talent to efficiently identify, review, and apply large amounts of technical material; and enjoys learning and applying new skills and knowledge to hydrologic sciences, hydraulic analysis, drainage design, flood control, stormwater management, creek/river restoration, climate adaptation, and watershed science projects, consider submitting an application and learning more about this opportunity. The natural ability to communicate (written and verbal) in a team environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic analysis and modeling using the rational method, SCS Unit Hydrograph Model, utilizing software tools such as HEC-HMS, or similar.
• Perform hydraulic analysis and modeling using XPStorm, SWMM, HEC-RAS, or other similar tools
• Assist in the preparation of drainage reports including hydrologic, hydraulic analysis, report text, figures, and exhibits.
• Assist in developing designs for stormwater systems, urban drainage projects, flood control systems, natural rivers and creeks, and green infrastructure
• Contribute to watershed assessments and planning efforts
• Participate in river and flood control channel engineering and restoration projects
• Assist conducting spatial analyses and presenting your results in GIS maps
• Support field investigations and data collection
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on integrated water resource projects

Qualifications (Must Have):

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, hydrology, earth sciences, watershed science, or related field
• Basic experience conducting hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and modeling
• Basic understanding of stormwater management principles and practices
• Familiarity with engineering design concepts for drainage, stormwater, or flood control systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, and good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong academic background in water resources, hydrology, or related coursework
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites

Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• 3+ years of relevant experience in the consulting industry
• Master’s degree in relevant field
• Strong interdisciplinary background/experience, for example, knowledge in watershed ecology, fisheries, geomorphology, restoration, landscape architecture, botany, riparian ecology, etc.        
• In depth understanding and experience applying  HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or similar modeling software to transportation, infrastructure, and flood control projects
• GIS skills, particularly with ESRI ArcGIS
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
• Field data collection experience
• Professional licensure, or evidence of significant progress toward licensure (PE, CEG, PH, CFM, and/or related)

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Diverse project experience across Northern California and Nevada
• Professional development opportunities and support for licensure
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

• Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options

Salary range is $60,000 to $80,000, depending on experience, licensure status, and location.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter below. For questions regarding your application please email HR@ncenet.com.

To learn more about the firm, our team, and NCE’s service lines, please visit www.ncenet.com.