Water Resource Engineer

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Wake County, NC, US
Base: $70,478 - $123,336; bonus/equity: not specif...
Onsite
Earthen embankment pond design
Spillway and dam safety design
Cad software proficiency (autodesk civil 3d)
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Water Resource Engineer to lead the design and evaluation of earthen embankment dams and ponds, focusing on agricultural water management. The ideal candidate will have expertise in hydrology, engineering design, and project management, with a strong emphasis on compliance with regulations

Job Summary

  • The position serves as a Team Lead for designing and evaluating ponds and embankment dams under state cost-share programs.
  • All design work must strictly adhere to NRCS Standards, Dam Safety Laws, and General Statute 89C requiring a Professional Engineer's seal.
  • The role involves occasional after-hours emergency response for flooding, drainage issues, or livestock waste facility inspections.

Matching Summary

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The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Water Resource Engineer to lead the design and evaluation of earthen embankment dams and ponds, focusing on agricultural water management. The ideal candidate will have expertise in hydrology, engineering design, and project management, with a strong emphasis on compliance with regulations.

Salary

Base: $70,478 - $123,336; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State employee benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Earthen embankment pond design
  • Spillway and dam safety design
  • CAD software proficiency (Autodesk Civil 3D)
  • Hydrology and hydraulics expertise
  • Best management practices implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with flood resiliency projects
  • Knowledge of agronomy and soils
  • Ability to work with conflicting stakeholder goals

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Four years of progressively responsible experience
  • Professional Engineer license in North Carolina
  • US citizenship or legal work authorization required

Work Rights

Not specified

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