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Water Resources Engineer

RE/SPEC Inc.162 open roles

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Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Job Description

RESPEC, seeks an experienced Senior Water Resources Engineer to support our growing Florida practice, with emphasis on groundwater resources, alternative water supply development, underground injection control (UIC), and regulatory permitting.

Within our Water Sector, we continue to expand our capabilities in water resources engineering, hydrogeology, water supply planning, and water and wastewater infrastructure. Our Florida practice supports municipal utilities, water management districts, industrial clients, and other organizations addressing challenges associated with population growth, water supply reliability, groundwater management, regulatory compliance, and long-term infrastructure needs.

This position offers opportunities to lead multidisciplinary projects, develop client relationships, mentor technical professionals, and collaborate across RESPEC’s national Water Sector.

Position Overview:

  • Lead and support water resources engineering, groundwater development, and water supply planning projects for municipal, industrial, and regional clients.
  • Develop groundwater and surface water management strategies, water supply assessments, and alternative water supply solutions.
  • Support water supply planning, permitting, and development, including consumptive use permits (CUPs)/water use permits (WUPs) administered through Florida’s Water Management Districts.
  • Plan, design, permit, and support construction and testing of production wells, injection wells, monitoring wells, and associated infrastructure.
  • Provide technical and regulatory support for UIC projects, including Class I municipal and industrial injection wells and applicable Class V systems, in accordance with FDEP regulations under Chapter 62-528, F.A.C., and applicable federal UIC requirements.
  • Support UIC permitting, mechanical integrity testing, injection and monitoring zone evaluations, operational monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
  • Support aquifer storage and recovery (ASR), aquifer recharge, reclaimed water, and brackish groundwater development projects.
  • Perform or oversee groundwater modeling, aquifer performance evaluations, hydrogeologic investigations, and water quality assessments.
  • Prepare technical reports, engineering analyses, feasibility studies, permit applications, design documents, and project cost estimates.
  • Manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, technical deliverables, and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Coordinate with FDEP, Florida Water Management Districts, municipal utilities, and other regulatory agencies.
  • Support business development, including client relationships, proposals, presentations, and project interviews.
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with technical professionals across RESPEC’s Florida offices and national Water Sector.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering, water resources engineering, or a related engineering field
  • A minimum of 15 years of experience years of experience in water resources engineering, groundwater development, water supply, or related infrastructure projects
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or ability to obtain upon hire, and have experience in providing engineering services the state
  • Practical application of groundwater modeling software such as MODFLOW, SEAWAT, or comparable tools
  • At least 5 years of experience in the following:Groundwater systems, water supply planning, hydrogeologic investigations, or wellfield development Working knowledge of FDEP regulations and permitting processes, including familiarity with UIC regulatory requirements Mentoring and leading junior engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of water resources engineering
  • Experience supporting business development, proposal preparation, and client relationship management
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel
  • Strong technical, analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred:

  • At least 5 years of experience in the following:Florida municipal utilities, industrial clients, and Water Management Districts Direct experience with FDEP UIC permitting, Class I injection wells, and related monitoring systems Alternative water supply development, including ASR, brackish groundwater, and reclaimed water systems Well construction oversight, aquifer testing, and well rehabilitation Established client relationships within Florida’s water resources and utility markets

Additional Information

Career Opportunity: This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of RESPEC’s Florida Water Resources practice while collaborating with technical professionals across the company’s national Water Sector. The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering high-quality solutions, strengthening client relationships, and advancing RESPEC’s commitment to technical excellence, employee development, and sustainable growth.

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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