Job Description

Overview:

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Water Resources Team in Raleigh, NC is seeking an entry-level Water Resource Designer to support our team. The position offers the opportunity to be a part of our water resources practice that provides municipal, state, and federal governmental agencies and private sector clients with a full array of integrated professional water resources services including:



Highway Drainage and Erosion Control Watershed / Water quality Stormwater management Ecological Restoration / wetlands and streams Floodplain management River / stream restoration

Learn more about Life at VHB Raleigh!

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities:

Design and develop computations for storm drains, erosion and sediment control, and traditional and innovative green stormwater management infrastructure Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools. Both transportation and land development projects. Perform engineering computations related to site hydrology and hydraulics, earthwork, stormwater BMPs, and natural channel design structural components. Assist with the preparation of design engineering plans and specifications for approval by municipalities and regulatory agencies. Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality Stormwater modeling of large watersheds and small sub-basins. Promote the application of newest technologies to bring efficiency and clarity to our water resources assignments.

Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Understanding of basic stormwater and drainage concepts MicroStation and/or AutoCAD drafting experience is desired Perform engineering field surveys to collect stormwater flow pattern data necessary for modeling, analysis, and evaluation of existing conditions. Knowledge with preparation and review of Engineering Plans and Specifications to ensure that all aspects of project implementation are clearly conveyed Team oriented with strong capability to work independently Highly organized Capable of coordinating and performing multiple tasks

Qualifications

0-1 year of experience in an engineering/environmental consulting environment Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree within civil engineering and/or environmental engineering or a closely related field

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.



Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growth Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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