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Junior Water Resources Engineer - Water Services (2027 New Grads!)

CDM Smith

Boston, MAJob$79–130K/yrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$79–130K/yr
Location
Boston, MA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

CDM Smith seeks a Junior Water Resources Engineer to support water, infrastructure and environmental projects, applying foundational engineering knowledge through calculations, modeling, data analysis, design activities and on‑site evaluations while gaining exposure to diverse water resources disciplines.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

GIS Software, nice to haveComputer Assisted Design and Drafting Software, nice to haveEngineering Design Principles, nice to haveHydraulics, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveMicrosoft Excel, nice to haveMicrosoft Word, nice to haveMathematical Modeling, nice to haveScripting Languages, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering or Coastal Engineering or Chemical Engineering or Related Discipline, required1+ Years Related Experience, requiredDomestic and/or International Travel Required, required

Full job description

Company Overview

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/resources/videos/meet-cdm-smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

CDM Smith is looking to expand our Water Resources Team! Gain hands-on experience solving complex challenges related to water, infrastructure, and the environment. Under direct supervision, you’ll apply foundational engineering knowledge through calculations, modeling, data analysis, design activities, and on-site evaluations while gaining exposure to a diverse range of water resources projects.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Supporting projects involving climate change adaptation, coastal engineering, collection systems, CSOs, dams, drainage, and ecosystem restoration.

  • Contributing to flood management, green infrastructure, groundwater, hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management, water supply planning and systems, water quality, and other water resources initiatives.

  • Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams to apply engineering concepts, analyze data, and develop practical solutions to real-world water resources challenges.

  • Collaborating with team members to develop posters, presentations, and other technical materials for conferences and professional events.

  • Building technical knowledge and gaining exposure to a variety of water resources disciplines and project types.

  • Performing other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities

Basic knowledge of GIS software and practices. Basic Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Basic Knowledge of engineering principles of design. Basic knowledge of hydraulics as appropriate for technical work. Good verbal and written communication skills. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Basic knowledge of other support tools such as mathematical models, scripting languages, etc.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Civil, Coastal or Chemical Engineering or related discipline. 1 year of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Pay Range Max

USD $129,771.00

Pay Range Min

USD $78,624.00

How this job compares

Set against the 442 open Water Resources Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$79–130K/yr
  • US median$91–145K/yr271 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $104K, is 13% below the US median midpoint ($120K) — in the middle half of Water Resources Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 12 open Water Resources Engineer jobs in Massachusetts and 442 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Water Resources Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 351 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 353 of the 442 open Water Resources Engineer jobs (80%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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