Entry Level Water Resources Engineer-In-Training

About the Role

Kleinfelder is seeking an Entry Level Water Resources Engineer-In-Training. This role supports a variety of water resources projects, including hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater systems, and water quality best management practices (BMPs). The position offers hands-on experience in planning, analysis, and design within a water resource context, working closely with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams. This role can be located in Austin, San Antonio, or Houston.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project professionals with analysis, design, and technical tasks across multiple water resources projects.
• Ask questions and seek knowledge from team members to apply the best approach and parameter selections.
• Seek direction on deadlines and time allotted for completion of tasks.
• Develop an understanding of the effort required and reasoning for use of differing approaches.
• Participate in peer reviews to review interim work product and identify issues before proceeding to the next step.
• Track and complete concurrent tasks while maintaining attention to detail and meeting assigned deadlines.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and ethical practices.
• Stay current in understanding the practice of engineering by completing continuing education and professional development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam (or ability to pass in first six months of employment).
• Use of industry-standard software such as ArcGIS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, XPSWMM, and InfoWorks ICM.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Strong communication skills.
• Eagerness for collaboration in a team setting.
• Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as ArcGIS Pro, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, XPSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, or EPA SWMM is a plus but not required.