Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.
Overview
Water Resources Engineer | Hybrid | Wethersfield, CT
Shape the future of sustainable water solutions with VHB. VHB is looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing team in Wethersfield, CT. In this role, you'll collaborate with a talented group of engineers and scientists on projects that improve communities and protect the environment. From hydrology and hydraulics analysis to stream restoration, stormwater management, and climate resiliency, your work will make a lasting impact across New England and beyond. If you're driven to create innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions, we'd love to have you on our team.
Job details
Location: US-CT-Wethersfield
ID: 2025-5559
Category: Engineering
Type: Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type: Experienced
# of Openings: 2
What You'll Do
Contribute to multi-disciplinary projects focused on hydrologic, hydraulic, and scour design.
Build 1-D and 2-D hydraulic models to support project analysis and design.
Prepare and review environmental permit plans, design drawings, and technical reports.
Support project proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
Attend meetings with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to align on project goals and resolve design/permitting issues.
Mentor junior staff, sharing both technical expertise and professional guidance.
Assist with task management, including schedules, deliverables, and financial performance.
What You'll Bring
BS in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering (or related discipline).
5-8+ years of professional experience in water resources engineering and analysis.
At least 2 years of CTDOT project experience preferred.
Strong background in:
Preparing/reviewing design plans, specifications, and reports
Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, etc.)
Flood Management Permitting
Highway drainage analysis
Geomorphic evaluation and stream simulation design
Scour analysis and countermeasure design (preferred)
Experience in task management and mentoring.
EIT or PE license preferred.
Proficiency with MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
About VHB & Benefits We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We\'re growing, and we hope you\'ll join us!
EEO Statement:
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Shape the future of sustainable water solutions with VHB. VHB is looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing team in Wethersfield, CT. In this role, you'll collaborate with a talented group of engineers and scientists on projects that improve communities and protect the environment. From hydrology and hydraulics analysis to stream restoration, stormwater management, and climate resiliency, your work will make a lasting impact across New England and beyond. If you're driven to create innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions, we'd love to have you on our team.
Job details
Location: US-CT-Wethersfield
ID: 2025-5559
Category: Engineering
Type: Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type: Experienced
# of Openings: 2
What You'll Do
Contribute to multi-disciplinary projects focused on hydrologic, hydraulic, and scour design.
Build 1-D and 2-D hydraulic models to support project analysis and design.
Prepare and review environmental permit plans, design drawings, and technical reports.
Support project proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
Attend meetings with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to align on project goals and resolve design/permitting issues.
Mentor junior staff, sharing both technical expertise and professional guidance.
Assist with task management, including schedules, deliverables, and financial performance.
What You'll Bring
BS in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering (or related discipline).
5-8+ years of professional experience in water resources engineering and analysis.
At least 2 years of CTDOT project experience preferred.
Strong background in:
Preparing/reviewing design plans, specifications, and reports
Hydrologic/hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, etc.)
Flood Management Permitting
Highway drainage analysis
Geomorphic evaluation and stream simulation design
Scour analysis and countermeasure design (preferred)
Experience in task management and mentoring.
EIT or PE license preferred.
Proficiency with MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
About VHB & Benefits We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We\'re growing, and we hope you\'ll join us!
EEO Statement:
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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