Staff Water Resource Engineer

GHD Group Pty Ltd•Irvine, CA

138d•$72,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. GHD has an excellent opportunity for a Staff Water Resource Engineer in any of our offices in CA (San Diego, Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Concord, Roseville, Eureka, or Santa Rosa). As a Water resources engineer, you will have the opportunity to focus on various areas of expertise including water resources, hydrology and hydraulics, storm water and flood management, engineering research, GIS analyses, design plans, specification writing and construction cost estimating. Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities Let's solve the big problems together. Our Hybrid Work Model Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD. Our Pledge to You At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment Who we are GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 3 years experience in Engineering, Water Resources

Responsibilities

Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
Engineering Standards Specification: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
Knowledge Management System: Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.
Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Technical Developments Recommendation: Research and suggest technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users’ needs.
Product and Solution Development: Define and deliver products and services that meet customer needs by selecting the best possible approaches available within established systems.
Research: Carry out a range of research activities either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role.
Technical Troubleshooting: Support technical troubleshooting efforts, aiding in the quick and accurate identification, analysis, and resolution of technical issues with equipment and experiments.