Experienced Engineer - Water Resources

Job Description

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Join our team at Olsson, a leading engineering firm actively seeking a dedicated Experienced Engineer for Water Resources in our Overland Park, KS office. Embrace this chance to flourish and make a substantial difference in water resources projects with Olsson. Be part of a team that values your contribution, encourages growth, and is committed to your career development. Join us in making a lasting, positive impact on communities through innovative water resources engineering solutions. As an Experienced Engineer, you will perform various tasks that immerse you in practical experience and expose you to diverse engineering facets, methods, and programs. You will execute precise technical engineering calculations and develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for floodplain modeling and mapping. Engaging in design and management tasks for stormwater projects, including channel stabilization/restoration, storm drain systems, culverts, and water quality features, will be part of your responsibilities. You will also coordinate with supervisors and project managers to achieve project objectives. Additionally, you will innovate and introduce new ideas to projects, showcasing your creativity and initiative.

We will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Overland Park, KS office location. This position provides a flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others

Having ownership in the work you do

Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

Strong communication skills

Ability to contribute and work well with a team

Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering

2 to 4 years of experience

Engineer Intern (EI) certificate, preferred

Experience with HEC-RAS modeling software

Experience with Civil3D software

Experience with modeling software is a plus

Aspiration to advance and evolve in the field of water resources engineering

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Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll:

Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Receive an excellent 401(k) match

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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Full-time