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Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed Louisiana PE Or Comity EligibilityBachelor's degree

Job overview

H&H is hiring a Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer. H&H is seeking a Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer to join their growing Greater New Orleans office. This role involves applying engineering principles to design projects, leading hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, coordinating with project partners, and mentoring junior engineers. The engineer will also contribute to proposal management and oversee engineering phases for major projects.

Key focus areas include Apply engineering principles to independently execute and coordinate design projects, Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of drainage systems and bridge/culvert studies, and Track effort and manage resources.

Successful candidates bring BS In Civil Engineering, 5+ Years Hydraulics And Hydrology Experience, and Licensed Louisiana PE. Important skills include Engineering Principles, Hydrologic And Hydraulic Analysis, Drainage Systems, Bridge/Culvert Studies, Resource Management, and Design Coordination.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Engineering PrinciplesHydrologic and Hydraulic AnalysisDrainage SystemsBridge/Culvert StudiesResource ManagementDesign CoordinationProfessional MentoringDrainage DesignSchematic DesignsPS&EProposal ManagementSOQ'sRFPsProject OversightHydrologic and Hydraulic Design CalculationsStormwater ManagementBridge Hydraulic StudiesEnvironmental CompliancePermit ApplicationsTechnical Document PreparationTechnical Document ReviewPlansSpecificationsEstimatesDesign IntegrationField Survey Data AnalysisMaps AnalysisDrawings AnalysisTopographical Information AnalysisDesign Computations ValidationClient MeetingsInternal Team CoordinationFHWA Design GuidanceUSACE Design GuidanceAASHTO Design GuidanceSoil Erosion StandardsHEC-RASHY-8SRH-2DHydroCADStorm and Sanitary AnalysisMicroStationInRoadsOpenRoadsAutoCAD Civil 3DFloodplain StudiesHydraulic ModelingBridge ScourEnvironmental PermittingDetail-Oriented

Qualifications

BS in Civil Engineering5+ Years Hydraulics & Hydrology Experience With LaDOT ConcentrationLicensed Louisiana PE or Comity Eligibility

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

H&H is offering an exciting opportunity for a Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer to join our growing Greater New Orleans office.

H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

  • Apply engineering principles to independently execute and coordinate design projects

  • Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of drainage systems and bridge/culvert studies

  • Track effort and manage resources

  • Coordinate design elements with project partners and team members

  • Provide professional mentoring to EITs and Designers

  • Lead the drainage design to supporting schematic designs and PS&E

  • Contribute to proposal management (SOQ's and RFPs)

  • Oversee engineering phases within major/ moderate-sized projects

  • Conduct and oversee hydrologic and hydraulic design calculations for stormwater management and bridge hydraulic studies

  • Coordinate environmental compliance efforts with design teams and permit applications

  • Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating design tasks across disciplines

  • Prepare and review technical documents, including plans, specifications and estimates

  • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines for design integration and project support

Requirements

  • BS in Civil Engineering and more than five years’ experience in Hydraulics & Hydrology with a concentration on LaDOT

  • Licensed Louisiana PE; eligibility for comity through other jurisdictions also acceptable

  • Proficient in analyzing field survey data, maps, drawings and topographical information for project design

  • Ability to validate design computations

  • Knowledge and judgment to develop construction cost estimates

  • Skilled in validating design computations and developing construction cost estimates

  • Effective in client meetings and internal team coordination to ensure project deadlines and quality standards

  • Familiar with FHWA, USACE, and AASHTO design guidance and Soil Erosion Standards

  • Experience with software such as HEC-RAS, HY-8, SRH-2D, HydroCAD, Storm and Sanitary Analysis, MicroStation (including InRoads or OpenRoads), AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software (preferred)

  • Project background with hydrologic/ hydraulic analysis, floodplain studies, hydraulic modeling, bridge scour, and environmental permitting

  • Detail-oriented, self-starting team player adept at managing multiple projects

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with math skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Benefits

We offer a professional work environment, competitive salary, benefits package and 401(k).

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS

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