Water Resources Engineer – Experienced Designer at Thomas & Hutton (Columbia, SC)
Thomas & Hutton· Columbia, SC·
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Job description
Advance your water resources engineering career where your work helps protect communities, improve resilience, and support critical infrastructure across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll design impactful stormwater and drainage projects, collaborate with experienced mentors and multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a company consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.
What you'll do:
- Prepare construction plans and engineering designs for stormwater management, drainage, flood-control, and water resources projects
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support project planning and design
- Develop stormwater management reports, drainage studies, and supporting technical documentation
- Assist with the preparation of permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies
- Utilize Civil 3D and water resources modeling software to develop and refine project designs
- Coordinate regularly with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project delivery
- Lead and coordinate design activities, including assigning tasks and monitoring progress of team members
- Support project execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
What you bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- EIT certification required; PE license strongly preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in water resources engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and stormwater design
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D software applications
- Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skillsProven ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assignments on schedule
- Client-service mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to lead a design team, delegate responsibilities, and track project progress
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailExcellent time-management and organizational skills
Why Thomas & Hutton?
- Competitive salary plus performance bonus
- Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
- Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
- Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on mentoring to advance your career
Schedule:
On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
How to apply: Ready to help bring engineering designs to life in the field? Apply today at thomasandhutton.com/careers. At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities. When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry-leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here. Learn more at thomasandhutton.com. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Why work at Thomas & Hutton
- Culture: Collaborative, employee-focused environment that values “human craft and ingenuity.” Projects are seen as “Places, Communities, Foundations, Legacies.”
- Work policy: Primarily on-site at one of the many office locations (Savannah, Augusta, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville, Nashville, Mount Pleasant, Chamblee, Buford, Durham, Birmingham, etc.). Condensed work schedules may be available.
- Benefits:
- Zero-premium dental and Rx insurance (if wellness criteria met).
- Vision coverage, company-paid short- and long-term disability.
- Gym membership reimbursement.
- 401(k) with matching (50¢ on the $ up to 6%) plus profit sharing.
- Generous paid time off (eligible upon hire) and 8 paid holidays.
- Professional development: internal training, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education through Thomas & Hutton University.
- Recognition: Zweig Group “Best Places to Work” multiple times; strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being.