[Hiring] Ecological Restoration Engineer @NV5

Role Description

The Ecological Restoration Group at NV5 is seeking a full-time, remote Ecological Restoration Engineer with 2+ years of experience and a strong proficiency in engineering analysis and design focused on rivers, streams, and wetlands. The successful candidate will work cooperatively on a multi-disciplinary design team and will be administratively responsible to the Ecological Restoration Director.

• Technically support the design and analysis of stream, river, and wetland restoration projects on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Utilize CAD software (including AutoCAD Civil 3D) for design, plan set preparation, and surface development.
• Conduct hydraulic and hydrologic analysis for design and permitting purposes, including analyzing observational data and developing models of existing and proposed conditions using software such as HEC-RAS.
• Develop design surfaces and quantity take-offs for restoration projects, including earthwork for cost estimating and developing bid schedules.
• Assist permit specialists with calculating impacts to natural resources.
• Develop technical specifications and special provisions according to state or federal standards (NCDOT, GDOT, USACE, etc.).
• Prepare technical narratives describing the basis of design and results of engineering analyses.
• Provide construction oversight, utilizing effective communication and decision-making with contractors and clients during project construction to ensure successful implementation.
• Maintain and track project schedules, deliver design deliverables on time and within budget, and effectively communicate and collaborate with the project team.
• Provide engineering expertise to clients ranging from federal, state, and local agencies, Tribal entities, non-profit organizations, and private landowners.
• Conduct all duties in strict accordance with NV5 handbook and policies, ensuring compliance with guidelines that promote inclusivity and non-discrimination.
• Be prepared to perform any other related work as directed by Project Managers and supervisors, requiring flexibility and a willingness to adapt to changing project needs.

Qualifications

• BS in ecological engineering, civil engineering, or a related engineering field.
• A minimum of 2 years of work experience, with a minimum of one year of experience working on river, stream, or other water resources related projects is preferred.
• Highly experienced Engineer-In-Training with the ability to obtain a PE within one year of hire.
• Demonstrated expertise in using hydraulic and hydrologic models, particularly HEC-RAS, or similar software applications.
• Advanced skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including drafting, plan set development, surface modeling, and grading.
• Hands-on experience with various field data collection techniques, such as site assessments, pebble counts, channel morphology measurements, and vegetation mapping.
• Competence with technical writing and technical communication.
• Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision.
• Maintain consistent and effective work habits to make efficient use of time and resources.
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality.

Requirements

• Masters degree preferred, in field specific to ecological engineering, ecological restoration, fluvial geomorphology, or river science.
• Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Experience in applied fluvial geomorphology, either through education or consulting experience working with/under an experienced fluvial geomorphologist.

Benefits

• NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off