Lead Stormwater Engineer

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Expand Carollo’s presence in the local stormwater market via targeted business development strategies, including growing specific client relationships, participating in select professional society activities
• Work with the Stormwater Client Service Leads across the company to support local growth in their areas and develop/implement strategy for continued stormwater growth and innovation
• Lead the application of 1D and 2D hydraulic and hydrologic modeling systems in urban settings at the local and watershed level to support the planning and design of related infrastructure, including: pipelines, open channels, pump stations, channel stabilization techniques, storage and treatment facilities, multi-benefit facilities, and other conveyance measures
• Lead detailed design projects, including creation of contract documents (i.e., plan sets and specifications), hydraulic and hydrologic calculations, report writing, and other activities needed to support the planning, design, and construction services for stormwater management facilities
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, designers, and scientists, among others, who support specific assignments
• Some travel within California is expected. Travel outside of California may also be needed to support strategic national efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering or other appropriate engineering major
• 8-10 years of experience relating to stormwater and water resources projects
• A California engineering license or the ability to obtain one within 12 months
• Extensive expertise in leading the planning and design of solutions for urban stormwater management challenges, related to both quantity and quality.
• Familiarity with standard tools, including HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, InfoWorks ICM, FLO-2D, XPSWMM, ArcGIS, and Civil 3D.
• Experience with the selection and optimization of multi-benefit urban stormwater projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to apply critical thinking to develop options and recommendations to solve technical problems
• Ability to present to groups and communicate effectively with clients and project team
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Agricultural Engineering or appropriate engineering major
• Experience with client service and business development efforts, including project positioning, proposal preparation, interviews, and technical presentations
• Proficiency with Geographical Information Systems
• Proficiency with other hydrologic/hydraulic and water quality modeling software
• Experience with Northern California clients

Compensation Range

$130,000 to $155,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.