Engineer (Rail Water Resources)

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a Project Engineer on the Rail Water Resources team, you will provide various engineering and project management duties. You will assist with gathering survey data, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and modelling, prepare technical reports, and review CAD drawings. You will assist with obtaining local, state, and federal permits for water resources related projects that impact regulated floodplains and various drainage districts. Travel is required to job sites for field reconnaissance in all types of terrain and weather conditions.

Primary Responsibilities:   

• Handle complex engineering tasks, including hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and modelling 
• Prepare project documents and ensure work aligns with scope, schedule, and budget  
• Independently develop new techniques, coordinate with Olsson teams, and guide others on design tasks
• Collaborate with project managers to report progress and identify challenges 
• Assist with scopes and schedules as well as attend client meetings 
• May supervise and provide technical guidance to less experienced staff 
• Provide guidance related largely to overall objectives, critical issues, and new concepts 
• Maintain project and client information in the firm’s project management system 
• May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction 

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Omaha, NE office location

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Empowering others to use their talents  
• Applying your working knowledge of applicable requirements and regulations 
• Understanding how the firm operates as a consulting business 
• Contributing to the success of the firm  

You bring to the team:

• Professional engineering license (PE)
• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering 
• 4 years or more of water resources engineering experience 
• Experience with floodplain management, including permitting coordination with local, state, and federal agencies
• Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, master planning, stream restoration is a plus
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or other related hydrologic and hydraulic software is preferred.
• Strong communication skills 
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to represent Olsson in a professional manner at all times 

#LI-AF1

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range

$83,000—$120,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here .