Job Description:

Summary:

This person will work on projects with a diverse team of engineers and scientists, completing water-resources related technical assignments. Project work may include hydrologic and hydraulic analysis related to water supply and aquifer storage and recovery; stormwater planning and flood control; water quality analysis in mining, urban, and/or rural settings; preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications; utility designs; groundwater modeling; green infrastructure; engineering calculations and review of clients' projects related to water rights; and working with clients, permitting agencies, and public officials. Assignments may also include involvement with or supervision of project teams involved in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, water quality modeling, GIS, and CADD work. The work may involve short-term, out-of-town assignments either in the field or in another office. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering with emphasis on water resources

10 years of water resources engineering experience with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, and/or water quality

Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Project management experience

Experience with water resources challenges such as aquifer storage and recovery; stormwater management and flood control; precipitation and flooding data analysis; bank stabilization and stream restoration; floodplain analysis and mapping; snowpack hydrology; and western water law

Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling approaches and commonly used software

Working knowledge of GIS and CADD software

Experience with proposal development

Experience with client management and business development

Familiarity with water resources data collection methodologies

Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedule as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree or PhD in civil or environmental engineering with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, and/or water quality

10+ years of water resources engineering experience with a focus on hydrology, hydraulics, and/or water quality

Experience with complex water rights issues

Proven track record leading proposal development and projects along the Wasatch Front

Experience working with water conservation districts, irrigation, or water companies

Demonstrated success in business development and client management

Experience with GIS, CADD, hydrologic modeling and 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling software, and water quality modeling

Strong technical skills in a broad range of civil engineering topics

Experience with site development design and plans and specifications

Construction observation, fieldwork, and surveying experience

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is be based out of Barr's Salt Lake City, Utah, office.

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000/year. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance.  Barr has a “no retained earnings” model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bonus plan and ESOP. 

Benefits: 
People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off (accrues on all hours worked), and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). Barr’s benefits package offerings include:

professional development funding

401(k) retirement savings plan

employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, provided through profit distribution

cash bonus 

medical and dental insurance

life insurance

disability and accidental death insurance

flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

paid holidays

paid time off

NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.

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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.