Senior Planning Engineer/Hydraulic Modeler

Brown and Caldwell (BC) is a pioneer and recognized industry leader in wastewater, drinking water, water resources, stormwater, infrastructure, environmental planning and permitting, and program management. BC serves both municipal and private sector clients throughout the US and beyond.

Our Pacific Area team has an exciting opportunity for a mid to senior level Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will use your experience and education to perform water and wastewater system hydraulic modeling and analyses, evaluate potential improvements to optimize system performance, and support the development of master plans.

 

Responsibilities 

• Understand how surface water infrastructure, stormwater systems, water distribution systems, and/or wastewater collection systems operate and the facilities in each system. 

• Develop surface water, drinking water, or wastewater models using commercially available software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, or PCSWMM for surface water systems; InfoWater Pro, WaterGEMS, AquaTwin Water for water distribution systems; or PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, AquaTwin Sewer, or SewerGEMS for wastewater systems. 

• Perform flow monitoring and/or field testing to collect data for model calibration. 

• Calibrate models using measured or observed data. 

• Use models to analyze system performance, identify deficiencies, and/or evaluate risk. 

• Develop system improvements to address existing and future deficiencies. 

• Provide reports detailing model development, calibration, analysis, and recommended improvements. 

• Perform modeling to size or verify the size of new facilities for a design project. 

• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

 

Preferred Requirements

• Modeling and master planning for municipal water and wastewater utilities
• Creating, updating, and calibrating hydraulic models
• Analyzing flow trends and forecasting future water demands and wastewater flows
• Assessing and identifying water distribution deficiencies, wastewater capacity limitations, predicting future issues, and developing solutions for planning and design projects
• Preparing feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, and conceptual design documents for water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects
• Developing master plan documents and supporting materials and spreadsheets including geographic information system (GIS) maps and figures.
• Perform modeling and planning of water distribution, supply and transmission systems as well as wastewater collection systems
• Manage projects to achieve client goals within scope, schedule, and budget constraints
• Lead internal project teams and mentor junior staff
• Coordinate with clients and serve as the main point of contact
• Evaluate pump station hydraulics
• Perform transient analyses for water systems
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and conceptual design documents
• Manipulation and analysis of data using spreadsheets, tools, and GIS
• Periodic travel to project and client sites for data collection and meetings
• Assist in technical portion of proposal preparation by developing work approach, schedule and level of effort for modeling and planning project pursuits
• Participate in client development activities
• Participate in and contribute to BC’s master planning and modeling practice, improving company resources and tools to improve quality and efficiency
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

 

Mentorship  

• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.  

 

Skills and Competencies 

• Solid understanding of hydrologic and/or hydraulic principles and system operations.  

• Proficient in using modeling software for calibration and analysis (e.g., InfoWater Pro, PCSWMM).  

• Skilled in data collection, review, management, processing and analyses.  

• Competent in data analyses and/or using geospatial tools (ArcGIS Pro) to support modeling workflows.  

• Effective communication of technical results and recommendations in reports. 

 

Experience 

• Typically, a minimum of 5 years of related work experience in hydraulic modeling or related field. 

• Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies. 

 

Preferred Experience

• PE license strongly preferred
• Advanced knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure hydraulics, operation, and master planning
• Experience managing projects and leading project teams
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in water hydraulic model development and calibration, with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to prepare effective written documents
• Organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Experience with sewer collection infrastructure modeling and planning is preferred
• Proficiency with modeling, transient analyses, data management, and related software packages (e.g., InfoWater, InfoWorks, InfoSurge, WaterGEMS, WaterHAMMER, EPANET, EPA-SWMM, ArcGIS, Excel, Power BI, etc.)
• Valid drivers license and good driving record required

 

Education 

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or related field or equivalent experience is required. 

• Has achieved or is working towards achieving professional license. 

 

Preferred Education

• M.S. degree preferred

 

 

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.  

 

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter. 

Location B: $104,000 - $142,000

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits. 

 

About Brown and Caldwell   

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com 

 

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.  

 

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.   

 

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

 

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