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Senior Water Resources Engineer

Henderson, Nevada, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our Henderson, NV office. This position reports to the Water Resources Technical Manager in Henderson, NV. The Senior Water Resources Engineer, under direction, provides professional expertise in flood control engineering and design.

Your role

  • Lead and mentor junior engineers in the development of design concepts.
  • Plan and review the production of engineering investigations, planning work, drawings and specifications.
  • Develop and evaluate plans and criteria for new projects, weighing alternatives and selecting the most cost-effective solution.
  • Analyze technical problems, assess the feasibility of proposed techniques and procedures, and devise new approaches and alternative solutions.
  • Analyze project dimension and scope, and prepare or oversee the preparation of cost and manpower estimates, schedules and job budgets.
  • Coordinate work with project managers, guides others on drafting and design of preliminary and final plans.
  • Provide quality control and maintain quality standards, check work performed by others.
  • Occasionally manage projects.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.
Water Engineering

Location

Henderson, Nevada, United States of America

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-149009

Salary range

-

About you

  • B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering. This level may be achieved by Engineers with seven years' experience since B.S.; six years' experience since M.S.
  • Understanding and competency of CADD (Autodesk and MicroStation).
  • Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic design principles and applications in arid regions, preferably in Southern Nevada.
  • Good technical writing, computer and verbal communications skills.
  • May be eligible to receive project management training.
  • P.E. license is required.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $125,000 - $138,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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