We are looking for an engineer who is interested in solving water resources and environmental challenges through a combination of traditional engineering and nature-based approaches. A successful candidate will be technically curious, comfortable working both in the office and in the field, and interested in developing their engineering and design skills while taking on increasing responsibility. This position offers the opportunity to work on projects that improve water quality, restore natural systems, reduce flood risk, and help communities and infrastructure become more resilient to changing environmental conditions.
Duties:
- Working as support on a diverse set of climate resilience-focused projects, including: Drafting support for engineering designs, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and site design for nature-based solutions
- Preparation of calculations and technical documentation
- Technical writing support for studies and plans
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Approximately 1–5 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience with engineering drafting and design using AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Understanding of basic civil engineering principles related to grading, drainage, stormwater management, and site design
- Ability to prepare clear engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Preferred:
- Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, StormCAD, CivilStorm, or similar programs
- Experience with stormwater management and drainage design
- Familiarity with stream restoration, flood mitigation, wetland mitigation, or nature-based design
- Experience with GIS and spatial data
- Experience conducting engineering field investigations and collecting field data
- Familiarity with erosion and sediment control practices and preparation of SWPPPs
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT certification
Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000 per year
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Leadership Development Program
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness Program
- Team Building Events
- Community Service Events
LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.
LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.