Senior Hydraulic Engineer

1w1 week ago

Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc.

Portsmouth, US · Full-time · $90,000 – $130,000

About this role

Hoyle Tanner has a new position open for an initiative-taking Senior Hydraulic Engineer with experience in open channel flow (rivers/streams). You will lead and support hydraulic analysis and scour evaluation for bridge and culvert projects. This role offers career pathways into business development or project management.

Lead hydraulic studies for bridge and culvert projects including river, stream, and floodplain crossings. Perform detailed scour analyses for new and existing structures and recommend scour protection measures. Utilize HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SRH-2D, and GIS tools for analysis and design.

Work in a welcoming, collaborative, respectful, encouraging, and diverse community. Our midsize firm allows you to be visible and heard. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including structural engineers, environmental scientists, and construction staff.

Prepare technical reports, calculations, maps, and documentation for regulatory submittals. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Enjoy flexible schedule and remote work opportunities with a generous sign-on bonus.

Requirements

BS or MS degree in civil or environmental engineering, or related field
PE Licensure
10+ years of relevant experience
Exceptional oral/written communication skills
Experience in open channel flow (rivers/streams)

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct hydraulic studies for bridge and culvert projects, including river, stream, and floodplain crossings
Perform detailed scour analyses for new and existing bridge structures and recommend appropriate scour protection measures
Utilize hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SRH-2D) and GIS-based project mapping tools for project analysis and design
Prepare technical reports, calculations, maps, and documentation for regulatory submittals and project records
Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams, including structural engineers, environmental scientists, and construction staff
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and review their work for accuracy and compliance