Senior Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer

Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Engineer

Do you enjoy working with diverse project teams in a fast‑paced consulting environment? Are you motivated by complex technical challenges and the chance to make a measurable impact on communities? If so, this could be an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

A well-established consulting firm is seeking a Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Engineer to join its growing Nashville, Tennessee office. This is a mid‑ to senior‑level role offering the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor staff, and work directly with clients on meaningful water resources projects.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with deep expertise in hydrology and hydraulics, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality technical solutions while supporting business development and team growth.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage hydrology and hydraulics projects from planning through completion for public- and private‑sector clients.
• Provide technical direction and quality control for hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including flood studies and stormwater evaluations.
• Perform and oversee modeling using HEC‑HMS and HEC‑RAS (1D/2D) for watershed, drainage, floodplain, and infrastructure projects.
• Review and approve technical reports, calculations, models, and design documents to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to best practices.
• Mentor and supervise junior and mid‑level engineers, supporting professional development and maintaining a collaborative team culture.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to clients, agencies, and other stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, technical excellence, and trust.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, assisting with proposals, and leveraging professional relationships.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with regulatory agencies to support permitting and compliance.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project-related activities.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related ABET‑accredited discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, or water resources engineering.
• Prior consulting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and leading technical teams.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with HEC‑HMS and HEC‑RAS (1D/2D) is required.
• Experience with GIS and other hydrologic/hydraulic or stormwater modeling tools (e.g., SWMM, StormCAD) is a plus.
• Familiarity with civil and horizontal infrastructure projects such as stormwater systems, flood control, and watershed management.

Additional Skills

• Strong leadership, organization, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and client presentations.
• Client‑focused mindset with the ability to support repeat work and business growth.
• Willingness to occasionally travel for project or client needs.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Employee‑Focused Culture - Join a firm that values professional development, mentorship, and long‑term career growth.
• Meaningful Work - Contribute to projects that improve infrastructure resilience, manage flood risk, and benefit local communities.
• Leadership Opportunity - Take ownership of projects and play an active role in shaping technical direction and team development.
• Dynamic Consulting Environment - Work on varied, challenging assignments that encourage creative and practical engineering solutions.
• Strong Safety Values - Safety is treated as a core value and integrated into every aspect of project delivery.