Resource Environmental Solutions
Water Resources Engineer (Surface Water & Restoration)
Resource Environmental Solutions, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Chicago, Illinois, United States; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here.
We’re looking for an experienced
Engineer III
to help us deliver
stream, wetland, and stormwater restoration projects
from concept through construction. This is a technical leadership role—ideal for a licensed engineer with advanced design skills, modeling proficiency, and the ability to work across multi‑disciplinary teams to ensure high‑quality project delivery. You’ll be based out of one of our regional offices or design hubs, working closely with engineers, scientists, and project managers across disciplines. You’ll spend most of your time on
technical design and coordination , with occasional
travel for site assessments, field data collection, construction oversight, and agency meetings . See some of the projects our engineers work on here.
Why You’ll Love This Job
You’ll apply advanced design skills to projects that make a lasting environmental impact
You’ll contribute directly to
permittable, buildable, field‑tested solutions
You’ll work with a talented, collaborative team who values science, innovation, and restoration
You’ll have opportunities to
mentor junior engineers
and lead technical delivery
You’ll engage with
regulators and clients
to help shape successful outcomes
A Day in the Life As an Engineer III, you’ll lead the technical design and plan development for
stream and wetland restoration
and
stormwater management
projects. Your day may include reviewing survey data, developing HEC‑RAS or HydroCAD models, creating grading plans in Civil 3D, or coordinating with permitting specialists and PMs.
You’ll work with junior engineers to
produce high‑quality plan sets , run QA/QC reviews, and communicate with clients and agencies to support approval processes. In the field, you’ll perform site assessments and support QA/QC during construction to ensure plans are implemented as designed. Whether it’s creating concept plans or overseeing agency submittals, your work will help deliver real restoration on the ground.
We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:
Bachelor’s degree
in civil, environmental, or ecological engineering
PE license in the appropriate state
4+ years of professional experience
in restoration, stormwater, or site development
Advanced capability in stream, wetland, or stormwater management design, including feasibility studies, concept design, and restoration plans development
Proficiency in
AutoCAD Civil 3D
and relevant modeling tools (e.g.,
HEC‑RAS ,
FlowMaster ,
TR‑55 ,
Rivermorph ,
GIS )
Strong understanding of
watershed hydrology
and
hydraulics, nutrient transport , and/or
stormwater management design
Ability to
communicate directly with clients and regulatory agencies
Comfort leading design work with minimal oversight and
supporting QA/QC in the field
Experience coordinating work within
multi‑disciplinary teams
What will make you stand out?
Master’s degree
in civil, environmental, or ecological engineering
Successfully navigated
multiple permitting processes
across
state, federal, and local agencies
Prior experience working in
diverse geographic regions
and regulatory environments
Ability to
mentor and guide junior engineering staff
in design and plan production
Ready to design with purpose and be part of a team that restores our natural world?
Apply now
and help us engineer the future of ecological restoration—one project at a time.
$86,500 - $108,000 USD
RES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here.
We’re looking for an experienced
Engineer III
to help us deliver
stream, wetland, and stormwater restoration projects
from concept through construction. This is a technical leadership role—ideal for a licensed engineer with advanced design skills, modeling proficiency, and the ability to work across multi‑disciplinary teams to ensure high‑quality project delivery. You’ll be based out of one of our regional offices or design hubs, working closely with engineers, scientists, and project managers across disciplines. You’ll spend most of your time on
technical design and coordination , with occasional
travel for site assessments, field data collection, construction oversight, and agency meetings . See some of the projects our engineers work on here.
Why You’ll Love This Job
You’ll apply advanced design skills to projects that make a lasting environmental impact
You’ll contribute directly to
permittable, buildable, field‑tested solutions
You’ll work with a talented, collaborative team who values science, innovation, and restoration
You’ll have opportunities to
mentor junior engineers
and lead technical delivery
You’ll engage with
regulators and clients
to help shape successful outcomes
A Day in the Life As an Engineer III, you’ll lead the technical design and plan development for
stream and wetland restoration
and
stormwater management
projects. Your day may include reviewing survey data, developing HEC‑RAS or HydroCAD models, creating grading plans in Civil 3D, or coordinating with permitting specialists and PMs.
You’ll work with junior engineers to
produce high‑quality plan sets , run QA/QC reviews, and communicate with clients and agencies to support approval processes. In the field, you’ll perform site assessments and support QA/QC during construction to ensure plans are implemented as designed. Whether it’s creating concept plans or overseeing agency submittals, your work will help deliver real restoration on the ground.
We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:
Bachelor’s degree
in civil, environmental, or ecological engineering
PE license in the appropriate state
4+ years of professional experience
in restoration, stormwater, or site development
Advanced capability in stream, wetland, or stormwater management design, including feasibility studies, concept design, and restoration plans development
Proficiency in
AutoCAD Civil 3D
and relevant modeling tools (e.g.,
HEC‑RAS ,
FlowMaster ,
TR‑55 ,
Rivermorph ,
GIS )
Strong understanding of
watershed hydrology
and
hydraulics, nutrient transport , and/or
stormwater management design
Ability to
communicate directly with clients and regulatory agencies
Comfort leading design work with minimal oversight and
supporting QA/QC in the field
Experience coordinating work within
multi‑disciplinary teams
What will make you stand out?
Master’s degree
in civil, environmental, or ecological engineering
Successfully navigated
multiple permitting processes
across
state, federal, and local agencies
Prior experience working in
diverse geographic regions
and regulatory environments
Ability to
mentor and guide junior engineering staff
in design and plan production
Ready to design with purpose and be part of a team that restores our natural world?
Apply now
and help us engineer the future of ecological restoration—one project at a time.
$86,500 - $108,000 USD
RES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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