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Larson Design Group

Hydraulic Designer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Your Opportunity + Impact The Hydraulic Designer is an entry-level technical role on the Professional Engineer licensure track. This position applies basic to intermediate hydraulic engineering ...

Trilon Group

Water Resources Engineer

Cary, IL · On-site

$80K - $109K/yr

Our Cary office is looking for an entry level Hydraulic Engineer. The Hydraulic/Stormwater Design Engineer independently applies, plans, designs, directs, organizes, executes, and recommends ...

Carlson Hydraulics

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Wichita, KS · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

This is an entry-level opportunity that offers room to grow. If you bring a great attitude, strong ... welders, engineers, and designers who take pride in creating custom hydraulic solutions for ...

RJH Consultants, Inc.

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Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer - Dams

Denver, CO · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Our ideal candidate will have specialized experience related to hydraulic and hydrologic engineering coupled with strong communication and teamwork skills. Water Resources/Hydraulic Engineer ...

RFA Engineering

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our ... Use of Creo and Windchill to support 3-D Modeling of components, sheet metal and possibly hydraulic ...

Dewberry

Entry Level Site/Civil Engineer

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$82K - $85K/yr

... civil/municipal engineering including grading design, roadway design, storm water management ... Individual may analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models and computations for storm water and ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level hydraulic engineering in the United States is $92,722.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Hydraulic Engineering vs Entry Level Civil Engineering?

AspectEntry Level Hydraulic EngineeringEntry Level Civil Engineering
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification often preferredBachelor's in Civil Engineering; EIT certification typically required
Work EnvironmentDesigning and analyzing water systems, flood control, hydraulic structuresBroader infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, water supply systems
Employer & Industry UsageWater resource agencies, environmental firms, consulting companiesConstruction firms, government agencies, consulting firms

Entry Level Hydraulic Engineering focuses specifically on water-related systems and hydraulic structures, requiring specialized knowledge in fluid mechanics. In contrast, Entry Level Civil Engineering covers a wider range of infrastructure projects. Both roles often require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, but their work environments and project types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Hydraulic Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,722 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Hydraulic Designer

Larson Design Group

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

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9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

About Us
Larson Design Group (LDG) is an award-winning, employee-owned Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting Firm. Guided by our core values, we're expanding our team, opening new offices, and adding new offerings to provide responsive, innovative solutions to clients nationwide.
Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention, and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other - and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We're passionate about delivering exceptional quality, elevating client relationships, enriching the careers and lives of our employee owners, and enhancing the communities where we live and serve.
At LDG, we strive to create an organization where people want to work. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) while supporting your professional and personal growth.
Your Opportunity + Impact
The Hydraulic Designer is an entry-level technical role on the Professional Engineer licensure track. This position applies basic to intermediate hydraulic engineering principles to support design computations, technical reports, drainage plans, and hydraulic modeling. Under the guidance of senior hydraulic engineers, the associate contributes to NCDOT drainage design, bridge and culvert replacement projects, and hydrologic/hydraulic analyses using CADD and OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepares and reviews hydraulic design computations, drainage layouts, and plan drawings.
  • Supports NCDOT bridge and culvert replacement projects, including hydraulic reports, scour analysis, and drainage design tasks.
  • Utilizes CADD and OpenRoads Designer (ORD) to develop drainage models, storm drain systems, and plan sheets.
  • Assists with NCDOT drainage design, including stormwater conveyance systems, ditches, channels, and erosion control features.
  • Reviews submittals and assists with project documentation and submissions.
  • Prepares and reviews specifications, draft letters, and written technical reports.
  • Researches, interprets, and applies NCDOT design standards, codes, and permitting requirements.
  • Maintains accurate documentation of work and project records.
  • Develops technically accurate, clean, and deliverable hydraulic drawings.
  • Promotes and supports quality assurance and quality control processes to reduce design errors and improve deliverable quality.

Education and Experience
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Experience: 0-2 years of relevant experience; prior internships in transportation, hydraulics, or A/E consulting preferred. Experience with CADD / OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
  • Licensure/Certification: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong desire to expand hydraulic engineering knowledge and take on new responsibilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively within a project team.
Compensation for this position will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The posted salary range represents the anticipated range for this role but is not a guarantee of compensation.
EEO Statement
Larson Design Group, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.

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