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Mannik Smith Group

Water Resources Engineer

Mannik Smith Group, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540

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Water Resources Engineer Department:

Water/Wastewater

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

New Haven, CT

Compensation:

$88,000 - $98,000 / year

Description Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

We are seeking a

Water Resources Engineer

to join our growing Water Resources team in New England. This is a newly created position designed to support expanding project demand. The ideal candidate brings strong hydrologic and hydraulic modeling expertise, a solid understanding of riverine and coastal systems, and experience supporting permitting and grant-driven projects throughout New England.

You will contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from culvert and bridge hydraulics to dam, floodplain, coastal, and urban stormwater analysis, while also playing a key role in technical quality control and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and design for a variety of water resources projects, including:

Watershed hydrology

Riverine systems, culverts, and bridges

Stream and river restoration

Coastal systems and flood analysis

Bridge scour and dam breach modeling

Urban stormwater design

Prepare technical reports, modeling documentation, plans, cost estimates, and specifications

Support and lead QA/QC for hydrologic and hydraulic models

Train and mentor early-career engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing

Prepare and support local, state, and federal permit applications and grant submissions

Apply industry regulations, codes, and standards, with particular emphasis on FEMA requirements

Collaborate with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies across New England

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field

Typically requires 4–7 years of relevant engineering experience

EIT or PE license preferred

Experience working on New England-based water resources projects

Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

Strong understanding of riverine and coastal processes

Experience preparing permit applications and supporting grant applications

Strong knowledge of industry regulations, codes, and standards, especially FEMA

Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, PCSWMM, HydroCAD, and CAD platforms

Excellent technical writing and communication skills

This is a

hybrid role , offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Benefits

Schedule Flexibility:

Customize your work schedule to fit your life.

Health & Wellness:

Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.

Continuous Learning:

Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.

Paid Time Off:

Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.

Career Advancement:

Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.

Fun Team Culture:

Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O'Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.

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