Civil Engineering
Principal Water Resources Engineer
Tacoma, WA
$148,000 to $188,000 a year
The employer is a civil engineering and land surveying firm supporting residential and commercial development.
Our Tacoma office is growing, and we need a Principal Water Resources Engineer who can set technical direction from day one. You will work closely with a collaborative civil engineering group and report to the civil engineering manager. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Tacoma location.
What you’ll do
- Model hydrology and hydraulics for flood control and stormwater projects
- Design water distribution, sewer and pump station improvements
- Support grant applications and regulatory submittals
- Analyze data in GIS to support capital planning
- Prepare master plans and engineering reports for municipal clients
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
- Set technical standards and guide decisions across multiple projects
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience
- Strong report writing
- Working GIS skills
- Understanding of hydraulics and hydrology
- A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery
Nice to have
- Experience with InfoWater or WaterGEMS
- PE license
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Tacoma, WA is $148,000 – $188,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Paid parental leave
- Annual professional development and certification budget
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health savings account with employer contribution
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
