Stream Restoration Engineer – Glenwood Springs or Denver

Job Description

  STREAM RESTORATION ENGINEER, GLENWOOD SPRINGS OR DENVER Wright Water Engineers (WWE) is seeking a Stream Restoration Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support and lead stream and river restoration projects throughout Colorado. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys combining technical design, fieldwork, and collaboration, and who wants to grow their role in restoration-focused water resources engineering under the mentorship of WWE’s practice area leaders. This role offers the opportunity to apply hydrologic, hydraulic, and design skills to restore a range of stream systems, from natural but degraded mountain streams in western Colorado to highly modified urban streams in the Denver metro area. The engineer will gain both technical and project management skills, with increasing responsibility and independence expected over time. Representative Responsibilities • Support and develop stream and river restoration designs, including channel grading and alignment, in-stream structures and bank stabilization, floodplain and overbank restoration, and habitat enhancement, including fish passage features. • Assist with geomorphic assessments, field data collection, and construction observations. • Assist with the design of in-stream structures (e.g., diversions and culverts). • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support restoration design. • Prepare design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. • Contribute to technical reports, permitting documents, and agency coordination. • Provide technical assistance for related areas of practice (e.g., mud and debris flow studies, stormwater planning and design projects, and more) • Work closely with senior engineers, geomorphologists, ecologists, and construction teams. • Participate in field visits and provide construction support throughout Colorado. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. • 2–5 years of professional experience in stream restoration, river engineering, or water resources design. • Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-SSP, HEC-RAS or similar tools). • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D for plan production. • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. • EIT certification (or ability to obtain); interest in pursuing PE licensure. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with stream restoration approaches and ability to adapt methods to different settings. • Familiarity with Colorado mountain stream systems. • Experience with permitting (e.g., 404, floodplain development permits, state or local reviews). • Familiarity with MHFD stream design approaches and criteria. • Prior work experience as a consulting engineer. • Construction observation or contractor coordination experience. • GIS experience for analysis and mapping. Compensation/Benefits • Full-time position with a salary range of $70,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus a discretionary quarterly bonus program. • Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan. • Additional perks such as flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and profit sharing. • Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry. About Us WWE is an employee-owned consulting engineering firm specializing in water resources, environmental, and civil engineering. With offices in Denver, Glenwood Springs, and Durango, Colorado, WWE has provided comprehensive engineering services since 1961. Our interdisciplinary team includes engineers, biologists, chemists, geologists, hydrogeologists, hydrologists, and scientists, working on diverse and challenging projects across the United States. WWE is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and environmental stewardship. WWE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and is a drugfree workplace. We encourage qualified female, minority, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.