Water Resources Engineer - FEMA
Company: Wood
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview / Responsibilities
Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is currently seeking
Water Resources Engineers with Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) experience to join
our highly collaborative team. The successful candidate will
provide FEMA NFIP program support associated with flood risk
analysis, mapping, and related services on projects throughout the
Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Northeast U.S. regions. This position
will be an integral member supporting contracts with the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), including FEMA Headquarters and
Regions 1, 2, 3, and/or 5 as well as numerous individual state
floodplain mapping programs. This position offers potential for
development in a great working environment and the opportunity to
apply the latest technology to help our clients solve their most
challenging problems.
This role has the opportunity to be remote from any location within
the US.
Key Responsibilities :
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling projects as part of the
Risk FEMA's Mapping, Assessment, and Planning (Risk MAP)
program
Execute one-dimensional and two-dimensional flood risk modeling
software applications such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, FLO-2D, and
SWMM
Prepare floodplain and watershed studies in compliance with FEMA
standards and specifications and assist with Quality Assurance and
Quality Control for flood insurance study deliverables;
Execute established procedures, perform of routine calculations and
process GIS data necessary to support hydrologic and hydraulic
modeling efforts;
Efficiently work with ArcGIS software and extensions in support of
flood risk modeling and mapping and other water resources project
needs;
Support Field Investigations including the collection and analysis
of data used to support hydrologic and hydraulic modeling;
Prepare project reports including engineering calculations,
planning, and drafting technical engineering reports, research, and
data entry; and
Work with a team of Water Resources Engineers and GIS specialists
supporting various planning and water resources, flood risk
management and environmental restoration projects
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Skills / Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor or Masters of Science in engineering or related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
2+ years of experience in Hydrologic and Hydraulic Data Development
in support of FEMA Risk MAP program
Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and ArcGIS
Excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive
communicator and problem-solver
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ownership and
accountability for work
Capability to work in a dynamic environment, including a
demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing
priorities
Ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of individuals
from various backgrounds, including engineers; planners; GIS
professionals; federal, tribal, and state government officials; and
the public
Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications :
EIT Certification
CFM Certification
Two-dimensional hydraulic modeling experience
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across
energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to
some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide
consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60
countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a
diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and
without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list):
race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or
other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing
laws.
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