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Project Overview:

This position will allow you to work in multi-disciplinary teams to perform assignments that will develop professional working knowledge and abilities through application of applicable codes and standards, as well as engineering calculations and techniques, procedures and criteria.  You will use limited, but increasing, judgment in performing your assigned duties using methods prescribed by your supervisor.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will prepare flood analysis and associated permitting applications produced for a project. You will provide input to hydrology & hydraulic engineering calculations, assist in performing value engineering and reviews, and present results to the project team. Your communication of issues during the design stage of a project will contribute to project flood risk prevention and mitigation. 

Major Responsibilities:

Typical Activities for a Hydraulics & Hydrology Engineer

• Provide field support for site drainage, stormwater management, and water resources assessments
• Develop analytical calculations such as rainfall and flood analysis, circulating water system design, and pump sizing
• Perform numerical modeling to analyze hydraulic transient analysis and effluent plume dilution and dispersion
• Draft technical specifications and reports
• Participate in site visits and meetings with project personnel and clients

Education and Experience Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree within Civil Engineering at an accredited college or university
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US through US citizenship, permanent residency, or valid US student visa
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous co-op or internship experience
• Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world’s toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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