Entry Level Water Resources Engineer

Founded in 1998 with a mission to provide integrated ecological and engineering consulting services, Princeton Hydro offers specialized expertise in natural resource management, water resources engineering, geotechnical design and investigation, and regulatory compliance.

We are currently seeking a passionate and driven Entry-Level Civil Engineer who is excited to make a positive impact through innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will love to work on surface water projects, including stormwater management, hydrologic & hydraulic monitoring, lake restoration, flood risk management, wetlands creation and mitigation, and coastal resiliency projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Technical analyses and calculations related to various civil engineering applications including stormwater management, river and wetland restoration;  
• Assist with stormwater management review, inspections and summary reports; 
• Collaborate with project managers to address engineering challenges and progressively take ownership of project tasks;
• Perform construction-related field work and/or oversight (e.g., subgrade, foundations, earthwork, stormwater  management facilities, etc.);  
• Assist with preparing project design plans, technical specifications, engineer's estimates, and complete critical path project schedules;  
• Utilize various hydrologic/hydraulic software applications as needed (i.e.: HydroCAD and HEC-RAS);
• Work directly with your manager and other staff to ensure 1) the delivery of a quality product, 2) tasks are accomplished on schedule, and 3) client satisfaction;  
• Travel to sites and other offices, as needed;  
• Related tasks or efforts as directed by your manager, in addition to the above listed responsibilities.  
• Working under a Professional Engineer in pursuit of a professional license

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, Bioenvironmental, or other related BS/BE degree;
• 0-2 years of relative experience or willingness to learn site/civil design including site grading, stormwater analysis, erosion/sediment control measures and earthworks estimation;
• Strong technical writing skills;
• Possess willingness to learn, be mentored, and develop professionally;
• Ability to work both independently and as a key component of our team;  
• Willingness to perform various field work as needed to collect data, provide construction observation services, and assist in implementation of projects for our field services practice area;  
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.;  
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with stormwater calculations;
• Possession of a current Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certificate 

WHY JOIN PRINCETON HYDRO?

• Opportunity to work on impactful, high-profile environmental projects;
• A supportive and collaborative team environment;
• Hybrid work environment, so you can spend less time commuting and more time doing what you love;
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• 401K retirement with discretionary company match;
• Paid vacations, and personal time off;
• Paid parental leave;
• We also close our offices the last week of December to give all of our employees a chance to reset before the New Year. This week is fully paid time off for our full-time team members.

Qualified candidates will embrace our firm’s core values: integrity, creativity, endeavoring to be the best, fostering human potential, a positive working atmosphere, quality, safety, and environmental stewardship.  

At Princeton Hydro, we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees can thrive. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to sustainability and innovation in water resources management.

Princeton Hydro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

Equal Opportunity is Law 

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision 

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please contact Samara McAuliffe at [email protected]. We will work with you to ensure equal access to our employment opportunities. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas for this role.