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Entry/Mid-Level Design / Project EngineerActalent • Fountain Valley, California, USA
Entry/Mid-Level Design / Project Engineer

Entry/Mid-Level Design / Project Engineer

Actalent • Fountain Valley, California, USA
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Description

Seking an Entry to Mid‑Level Design / Project Engineer to support stormwater management planning and design, with an emphasis on hydrologic and hydraulic analysis. This engineer will contribute to watershed modeling, floodplain analysis, and drainage design projects, while learning and advancing the modeling tools used.

This is a hands‑on technical role with strong mentorship, exposure to complex modeling challenges, and a clear growth path toward advanced engineering responsibility.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform watershed, hydrologic, and hydraulic modeling (1D & 2D)

Conduct drainage, flood control, and floodplain analysis

Support stormwater management systems, BMP planning, and water quality design

Assist with flood mitigation studies and integrated water resource planning

Prepare and organize modeling inputs: rainfall data, gage data, watershed parameters

Use and learn industry tools such as HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS, SWMM, and similar platforms

Support technical report preparation and design documentation

Collaborate with senior engineers and the Technical Director to troubleshoot complex models

Participate in internal training, knowledge sharing, and project communication

Additional Skills & Qualifications

MUST‑HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering

1–10 years of experience in stormwater, hydrology, or water resources engineering

Coursework or hands‑on experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

Working knowledge of AutoCAD

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

NICE‑TO‑HAVE / PREFERRED

Master’s degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

EIT required for Design Engineer level; PE license preferred for Project Engineer (California preferred)

Familiarity with California, Arizona, and/or US EPA regulatory frameworks

Exposure to:

Floodplain mapping

Fluvial and sediment transport analysis

Urban drainage systems

River engineering

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fountain Valley, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

BENEFITS SNAPSHOTMedical, Dental, Vision Life & AD&D Insurance Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays Bonus opportunities Tuition, training, and professional licensing reimbursement Wellness and health reimbursement programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fountain Valley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.

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