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Senior Water Resources Engineer 1 - Energy & Industrial
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Englewood, CO, 80012
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 10 January 2026
Description
Under the guidance of the team lead(s), you will work in a project team environment with other engineers involved in executing water resources deliverables and other site development engineering in support of the design, modification, and analysis of power plant sites. The work may include the following responsibilities:
- Determining flood levels for rainfall events spanning 100-year, 500-year, and 1000-year occurrences.
- Utilizing ArcGIS, StreamStats, and DEM data for watershed delineation.
- Conducting extreme value analysis on stream and rainfall gauges.
- Crafting H&H models with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS.
- Performing dam failure analysis.
- Estimating IDF curves based on rainfall gauge data.
- Extracting probable maximum precipitation (PMP) data from existing publications.
- Designing storm drains, open channel drainage systems, and stormwater ponds.
- Developing site layout, grading plans, and drainage designs.
- Designing roads and trackwork for optimal functionality.
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- Hold an MSCE in Civil Engineering, specializing in Water Resources, from an ABET Engineering program, with a solid academic foundation and relevant coursework.
- 5 + years of hands-on experience in hydrologic and hydraulic design and analysis, including expertise in assessing floods and droughts for streams and rivers.
- Experience in various areas of civil engineering, such as site grading, drainage, and stormwater management systems.
- Strong background in hydrology and hydraulics.
- Experienced in analyzing raw data from existing rainfall gages and stream stations.
- Showcase mastery with multiple design tools, including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D, 2D), RAS Mapper, QGIS, Global Mapper, TR-55, GIS software, Civil3D, and AutoCAD.
- Have familiarity with programming languages like MATLAB, Python, R, or VBScript.
- Exhibit strong teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Be prepared for occasional travel as part of the job requirements.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- PE license.
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$82,380.00 - $125,860.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
Englewood, CO hosts a growing demand for water resource engineers, especially in energy and industrial sectors. Competition is moderate, with employers valuing advanced hydrologic expertise and proficiency in GIS tools, reflecting regional investment in sustainable water management and power plant site development.
While a Professional Engineer (PE) license is valued, Colorado employers often prioritize candidates with strong hydrology and hydraulics backgrounds, plus experience using software like HEC-HMS and AutoCAD. Local regulations may encourage state-specific licenses for advanced project roles.
Mastery in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools like HEC-RAS and HECHMS is essential, alongside experience in watershed delineation using ArcGIS and StreamStats. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Matlab enhances data analysis capabilities in flood risk and stormwater system design.
Senior Water Resources Engineers focus on flood risk assessment, dam failure analysis, and stormwater infrastructure design tailored for power plant sites. Their role demands integrating hydrologic data with energy systems planning, setting them apart from general civil engineers who may not specialize in energy-related water resource challenges.
Sargent & Lundy fosters advancement through exposure to cutting-edge renewable energy and carbon capture projects. Engineers benefit from a collaborative environment, ongoing training in specialized tools like HEC-RAS, and opportunities to contribute to award-winning infrastructure designs that emphasize sustainability and innovation.
Sargent & Lundy’s focus on decarbonization technologies and combined cycle power plants offers engineers complex challenges in renewable integration and carbon capture, distinguishing its projects from peers who may emphasize conventional water resource tasks without the same renewable energy emphasis.
The compensation for this role typically spans from approximately $82,380 to $125,860 annually, reflecting the specialized expertise required in hydrologic design and energy sector applications, alongside competitive benefits that align with industry standards in the Englewood region.
A hybrid schedule with three in-office days fosters vital teamwork and hands-on coordination while allowing flexibility for focused technical work remotely. This balance supports effective project delivery in complex water resource engineering tasks linked to power plant site development.
Engineers must accurately model extreme hydrologic events and structural responses, requiring advanced proficiency with tools like HEC-RAS 2D and comprehensive data interpretation. These analyses are critical to ensuring safety and compliance within high-stakes energy infrastructure environments.
Demonstrating hands-on experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GIS platforms, and programming languages such as Python or Matlab is crucial. Candidates should emphasize project examples where these tools directly influenced flood risk assessments, stormwater design, or energy site development outcomes.