Water Resources Engineer-Baltimore

Position Overview

WSP is currently seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our Mid-Atlantic Water team. This position will be based out of our Location: Baltimore, MD office, with flexibility for hybrid, remote, or in-office work arrangements. Candidates within the broader Mid-Atlantic region will also be considered. We are seeking an engineer with a strong foundation in hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater management, and erosion & sediment control, who is enthusiastic about contributing to significant transportation and water infrastructure, drainage, flood resilience, and watershed projects across the region. Experience Required: at least 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform stormwater management (SWM) and erosion & sediment control (E&SC) design.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses for stormwater management permitting, drainage, culverts, roadway systems, and flood evaluations.
• Lead or support field activities, including BMP inspections, watershed delineations, and drainage assessments, if physically capable.
• Prepare plans, calculations, technical memoranda, and permitting documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support QA/QC.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead task management.
• Prepare data tables, figures, charts, and written technical deliverables to clearly communicate pertinent information.
• Assist with project scoping, estimating, and coordination with agencies/clients.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a focus in water resources or similar subject.
• Experience Required: At least 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Strong understanding of and familiarity with hydrology & hydraulics (H&H) and surface water design and analysis, including hydrologic methodologies/models (TR-20/TR-55, HEC-HMS, SWMM, HydroCAD, etc.) and hydraulic models (HEC-RAS, HEC-RAS-2D, HEC-GeoRAS, HydroCAD, OpenFlows, etc.).
• Knowledge of stormwater management (SWM), drainage, erosion and sediment control (ESC/E&SC), watershed delineation and planning/studies, and floodplain delineation.
• Experience using HydroCAD, SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, or other modeling tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and associated digital infrastructure.
• Experience with CADD software such as Bentley OpenRoads (ORD) and/or MicroStation, and Autodesk’s AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Basic experience with GIS software (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, GRASS).
• Strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license or ability to obtain.
• Experience with 3D modeling of terrains/surfaces and storm drain infrastructure in CADD software.
• Advanced analysis or custom script/programming experience with GIS software.
• Knowledge of Maryland/Virginia/DC regulatory frameworks.
• Construction-phase support and/or construction management experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Expected Salary: $75,600 - $129,800
• Flexible and agile workplace model with options for hybrid, remote, or in-office arrangements.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings.
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.