Civil and Water Resources Engineer

About the Role

The Entry-level Civil and Water Resources Engineer role is a position within Trihydro’s Infrastructure and Natural Resources Business Unit. As a team member, you will assist with developing solutions for municipalities, state agencies, conservation and irrigation districts, and private clients, addressing civil infrastructure and water resource needs and improvements. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, you will assist in improving infrastructure systems, including water supply, sanitary sewer, transportation, and stormwater systems while supporting the assessment and development of water resources to meet agricultural, municipal, and industrial demands, as well as environmental objectives. This full-time position requires approximately 40-45 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing technical research and design calculations.
• Learning design and modeling software, drafting figures, and preparing construction plan sets.
• Performing assigned design tasks, quantity calculations, and construction cost estimates.
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
• Researching construction materials and contacting/coordinating with construction material suppliers.
• Preparing technical memorandums, design reports, and permitting applications.
• Developing cost estimates.
• Conducting field data collection, performing site inspections and inventories, and performing construction observation, monitoring and reporting.

First Year Focus Areas

• Technical Learning and Task Execution:
• Performs assigned technical tasks under supervision using established procedures and guidance.
• Assists with preparation of technical deliverables (e.g., calculations, data collection, analyses, documentation).
• Demonstrates attention to accuracy, completeness, and quality in assigned work.
• Project Participation:
• Supports project teams by completing assigned tasks on time and as directed.
• Learns project workflows, documentation standards, and internal processes.
• Communication and Professional Conduct:
• Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a willingness to learn.
• Safety, Compliance, and Standards:
• Follows all safety procedures and company policies.
• Learning and Development:
• Actively develops foundational technical skills and professional competencies.
• Demonstrate progress toward increased independence and responsibility.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Experience with and/or interest in civil infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, transportation, and water resources.
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D or related CADD programs * (not required, but allows you to hit the ground running).
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SewerGems, GIS or other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software * (preferred but not required).

Qualifications

• You are a recent graduate, new to civil engineering (minimal to no engineering design experience) and are looking for opportunities to build your technical foundation.
• Company culture is important to you, and you appreciate a work environment that prioritizes people, including mentoring and career growth opportunities.
• You value teamwork to achieve project goals.
• You are an engineer-in-training (E.I.T. or F.E.) or have plans to obtain your E.I.T. or F.E. within 6 months.
• You possess strong technical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness; and a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
• Willingness to travel to client locations and other Trihydro offices.
• You understand the importance of time management and possess excellent organizational skills.

What We Offer

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Mentoring and opportunities for professional advancement.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Paid time off including vacation, flex, sick, paid family medical leave, and holiday pay.
• Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including a 6% discretionary match.
• Comprehensive health insurance program (medical, dental, vision, and prescription).
• Best-in-class safety culture.