Water Resources Engineer
Stormwater Engineer (5+ Years Experience) - Fort-Lauderdale or Jupiter, FL
Looking to take the next step toward project management while working on meaningful municipal stormwater and water resources projects across South Florida? Join a well-established, highly respected engineering team known for delivering practical, high-quality solutions to public-sector clients.
This is an opportunity to grow your career with a firm that combines technical excellence, long-standing client relationships, and a strong focus on community-focused infrastructure.
Why This Role Is Exciting
As a Stormwater Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful municipal and water resources projects while building toward a Project Manager position. Your work will include:
- Designing and modeling stormwater systems for municipal infrastructure improvements, roadway drainage, and capital improvement programs.
- Performing hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support flood mitigation, drainage studies, and resiliency planning efforts.
- Developing stormwater management solutions for public-sector clients, including cities, counties, and water control districts.
- Applying 1D/2D modeling to evaluate conveyance systems, floodplain behavior, and infrastructure performance.
- Supporting permitting and regulatory coordination with local agencies, water management districts, and FEMA where applicable.
- Contributing to watershed studies, master drainage plans, and system evaluations that inform long-term infrastructure decisions.
You'll collaborate closely with senior leadership, interface with municipal clients, and mentor junior staff, gaining the experience needed to transition into a Project Manager role in the near future.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in stormwater engineering, drainage design, and hydrology/hydraulics.
- Bachelor's (or Master's) degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
- Experience working on municipal or public-sector drainage and stormwater projects.
- Strong understanding of Florida stormwater regulations and permitting processes.
- Proven ability to manage tasks, communicate with clients, and contribute to project delivery.
- Desire and capability to step into a Project Manager role within the next 1-3 years.
- Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with industry tools such as:
- HEC-RAS (1D/2D)
- ICPR / SWMM or similar modeling software
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS)
Why Join This Team?
- Work on impactful municipal projects that directly benefit local communities across South Florida.
- Join a collaborative, tight-knit team with a strong reputation and long-standing public-sector partnerships.
- Gain hands-on mentorship and a clear, supported path into project management.
- Be part of a firm that values practical engineering, responsiveness, and client trust.
- Competitive compensation, full benefits, and performance-based incentives.
- Flexibility to be based in either the Fort-Lauderdale or Jupiter office.
Apply here to find out more about the position
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