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Project Engineer (Stormwater/Water Resources)

MSA Professional Services, Inc.

Bettendorf, IAJob$79–127K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$79–127K/yr
Location
Bettendorf, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Professional Engineer LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Project Engineer will support water resources projects through hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling, GIS analyses, CADD design, and technical report writing. The role also involves managing preparation of plans, specifications, and bidding packages for construction projects. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree, water resources consulting experience, a PE, and authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hydrologic ModelingHydraulic ModelingWater Quality ModelingHydraulicsHydrologyWater Resources Engineering

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil or Environmental EngineeringMaster's Degree4+ Years Consulting ExperienceProfessional Engineer LicenseWork Authorization for Any Employer

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Responsibilities What you will do: - Perform hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling for a variety of projects including: - Municipal stormwater management plans (drainage, flooding, water quality) - Restoration projects; wetlands, streams, lakes - Technical report writing - GIS analyses and CADD design in support of water resources projects - Direct and manage the prepare plans, specifications, and bidding packages for construction projects ## Qualifications What you bring: - Bachelors degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required, a Masters degree a plus - Degree emphasis on hydraulics, hydrology, or water resources engineering required - 4+ years of previous consulting experience in the field of water resources engineering required - PE required - This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position. - The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role. Why MSA? - Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm. - Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact. - We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team. - Passion and Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us. - Pay and Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out. - Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generatorsregular collaboration and learning opportunities. - Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance. - Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative. - Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations. The salary for this position ranges from $79,081 to $126,529 per year, commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications. Candidates with more experience may also be considered as a "Senior Project Engineer" or "Project Manager" level. Best-in-Industry Benefits - Eligible employees enjoy: - Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family - Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees - Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year - Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSAs Short Term Paid Leave - Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost - 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested - Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus

How this job compares

Set against the 5,219 open Project Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$79–127K/yr
  • Iowa median$90–143K/yr39 salary ranges
  • US median$96–145K/yr2,763 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $103K, is 13% below the Iowa median midpoint ($118K) — in the lowest quarter of Project Engineer salary ranges in Iowa.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 72 open Project Engineer jobs in Iowa and 5,219 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Iowa
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Project Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (4,049 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,246 of the 5,219 open Project Engineer jobs (62%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 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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