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MacKay & Somps Civil Engineers, Inc.

Water Resources Engineer

MacKay & Somps Civil Engineers, Inc., Pleasanton, California, United States, 94566

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As a

Water Resources Engineer

at MacKay & Somps, you’ll apply your technical skills to challenging and rewarding storm drainage, flood control, and water resource projects. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, gaining exposure to both

land development

and

public infrastructure

in California Bay Area and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity to build on your hydrology/hydraulics expertise while expanding your skills in design, modeling, and project coordination.

Depending on your experience level, you may work independently or train under the supervision of highly experienced hydrologists. In addition to hydrology and hydraulics, you will also get experience in a wide range of Civil projects including utility infrastructure projects and public and private development.

MacKay & Somps Civil Engineers

is seeking a

Water Resources Engineer

to join our

Pleasanton, CA

office. This position is ideal for engineers with 3–7 years of hands‑on experience in storm drain system design, surface hydrology, and hydraulics who are looking to deepen their technical expertise and grow toward a senior‑level role.

Candidates must have a B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field) from an ABET‑accredited university and be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

may include:

Designing storm drain systems, open‑channel/closed‑conduit hydraulics, and surface hydrology solutions

Assisting with master drainage plans, flood studies, and stormwater management designs

Performing rainfall–runoff simulations and 1‑D/2‑D hydraulic modeling

Supporting drainage and flood control design for both private developments and public infrastructure projects

Preparing technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation

Coordinating with internal teams, clients, and public agencies to ensure accurate, efficient project delivery

Project management and design of Land Development and Public Infrastructure projects

We are looking for candidates with:

3–7 years of civil engineering experience, with a focus on storm drainage, flood control, and hydrology/hydraulics in California

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel

Experience with Army Corps HEC models (HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS), SWMM, XPStorm, Innovyze, and/or WaterCAD

Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills

An eagerness to learn, collaborate, and take on increasing responsibility over time

Experience in land development drainage design and public infrastructure projects is highly desirable

If you are interested in applying to MacKay & Somps and need a reasonable accommodation to do so, or would like to apply for general consideration, please contact opportunities@msce.com or 925‑416‑1790.

Compensation: $50 – $65 an hour

For a complete listing of all our openings, please visit our careers webpage: https://msce.com/careers/.

About MacKay & Somps Few engineering firms match our track record in California. We are one of the largest and most successful privately held civil engineering firms in NorCal, with offices in Pleasanton (SF Bay Area) and Roseville (Sacramento Valley). Consistently listed in the top 500 design firms in the US by the ENR as we successfully integrate engineering, planning, and surveying expertise to get projects built efficiently and cost effectively. Founded in 1953, MacKay & Somps helped drive growth in Northern California after World War II and we continue that same energy today. Our multi‑disciplinary teams provide services from entitlements through construction.

MacKay & Somps is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits MacKay & Somps offers an excellent compensation and benefits package which includes:

Competitive salary

Generous bonus structure

Profit sharing trust/401(k) plan

Student Loan Paydown program and tuition assistance

Excellent medical, vision, and dental plans with Company contributions to a health savings account

Life, AD&D, LTD/STD insurance

Wellness Reimbursement Program

and more!

MacKay & Somps also offers flexible work schedules and an active, high‑energy work environment with periodic Friday barbeques/lunch gatherings. The company hosts a holiday lunch and an annual companywide dinner party along with other social activities throughout the year.

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