Watershed Engineer

Department: Water/Wastewater Location: Jackson, MSDescriptionWaggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Watershed Engineer to join our team. This role will support a variety of watershed planning, stormwater, drainage, and water resources projects for municipal, state, federal, and private clients across the region. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation in hydrology and hydraulics while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, sustainable solutions that improve infrastructure resiliency and support long-term community growth.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport watershed planning, stormwater, drainage, and water resources engineering projects from concept through constructionPerform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for watershed studies, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, floodplain analysis, and resiliency projectsPrepare technical reports, drainage studies, calculations, exhibits, and construction documents for municipal, transportation, and land development projectsAssist with watershed master planning efforts, flood mitigation studies, erosion and sediment control design, and stormwater management planningCoordinate with project managers, engineers, planners, and clients to develop practical and technically sound solutions while maintaining project schedules and budgetsSupport permitting and regulatory coordination efforts with agencies including FEMA, USACE, MDEQ, local municipalities, and state transportation agenciesParticipate in field investigations, site visits, data collection, and construction support activities as neededUtilize industry-standard software including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, GIS platforms, and AutoCAD Civil 3D to support engineering analyses and design effortsContribute to proposal development, client meetings, and multidisciplinary project coordination effortsMaintain a strong commitment to quality, safety, teamwork, and client service throughout all phases of project deliveryWhat you'll needBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Biological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program required3 to 8 years of relevant experience in watershed engineering, stormwater management, drainage design, or water resources engineeringEngineer Intern (EI) certification required with the ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the State of Mississippi within a reasonable timeframe preferredWorking knowledge of Mississippi drainage criteria, stormwater regulations, floodplain management practices, and permitting requirements preferredExperience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8, SWMM, HydroCAD, ICPR, or similar platformsExperience preparing engineering reports, drainage studies, calculations, construction plans, and permitting documentationProficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software, and Microsoft Office Suite preferredStrong understanding of watershed analysis, stormwater management principles, open channel hydraulics, and erosion and sediment control practicesAbility to communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, project teams, and stakeholdersStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced consulting environmentWhy Join Our Team We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:WEI Incentive ProgramHealthy Workplace ProgramEmployee Referral BonusCompetitive Health BenefitsCareer Development and TrainingFlexible/Hybrid ScheduleCommunity Service OpportunitiesWaggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.