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Senior Water Resources Hydraulic Engineer

Orion Placement


Job Location:

Meriden, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 90000 - 130000
Posted: 22 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 20 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pay: $90000.00 - $130000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Take your engineering career to the next level by working on meaningful water resources and public infrastructure projects that make a lasting impact on communities.
  • Lead challenging hydrology hydraulic engineering drainage and stormwater management projects from design through completion.
  • Enjoy opportunities to expand your technical expertise take ownership of projects and grow into greater leadership responsibilities.
  • Join a collaborative team of experienced engineering professionals who value innovation technical excellence and your contributions.
  • Receive a comprehensive benefits package including health dental vision disability and life insurance a 401(k) paid time off and professional development assistance.

Location

Meriden CT On-site

Join the team in Central Connecticut where youll collaborate with talented engineering professionals on impactful infrastructure projects. This is a full-time on-site opportunity with occasional remote flexibility when necessary.

Note

Were seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer with 5 years of directly relevant water resources engineering experience including hydrology and hydraulics. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but not required. Candidates must reside in Connecticut and be able to commute to our Meriden office daily.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

Theyre an established civil engineering consulting firm dedicated to designing innovative practical solutions for public infrastructure and water resources projects. Our team works on meaningful municipal state and federally funded projects that help improve communities and protect vital infrastructure.

Theyre looking for an experienced Water Resources / Hydraulic Engineer who is excited to take ownership of challenging projects collaborate with talented professionals and make a lasting impact through exceptional engineering.

Job Description

  • Lead hydraulic engineering and water resources design for municipal state and federally funded infrastructure projects.
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses including river and bridge hydraulics scour evaluations flood studies and drainage assessments.
  • Develop effective stormwater management solutions and perform storm and sanitary sewer modeling.
  • Prepare engineering calculations technical reports design plans specifications and environmental permitting documentation.
  • Utilize industry-standard engineering software to develop accurate efficient water resources designs.
  • Oversee technical aspects of engineering projects ensuring quality compliance and successful delivery.
  • Collaborate with project managers clients regulatory agencies and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Support project planning construction administration and the development of junior engineers.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of professional water resources engineering experience.
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
  • Strong experience in hydrology and hydraulics drainage design flood studies or stormwater management.
  • Experience preparing hydraulic analyses engineering calculations and technical design documentation.
  • Proficiency with relevant engineering software such as HEC-RAS HydroCAD SWMM HY-8 StormCAD AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley MicroStation is preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred particularly Connecticut licensure but not required.
  • Experience with municipal infrastructure transportation projects bridge hydraulics or environmental permitting is a plus.
  • Strong communication analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage technical responsibilities independently.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Youll have the opportunity to work on diverse challenging projects where your technical expertise makes a real difference. Our team values collaboration professional development and giving experienced engineers the independence to take ownership of their work. Whether youre passionate about solving complex hydraulic challenges protecting communities through better infrastructure or growing into a leadership role youll find meaningful opportunities to build your career with us. If youre ready to bring your water resources expertise to a team that values your contributions wed love to hear from you!

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Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: 5 yrs water resources exp. Preferred: PE license

- Required Years as Associate: NA

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Quick Recruiter Reference

Established CT civil engineering consulting firm specializing in municipal infrastructure and public works. Seeking a Senior Water Resources / Hydraulic Engineer to lead hydrology hydraulics drainage and stormwater design. Requires 5 yrs water resources exp; PE preferred not required; on-site in Meriden CT.

Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Senior Water Resources / Hydraulic Engineer - Cardinal Engineering Associates Inc. - JPC-2222 - source

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  • Location: Meriden CT
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