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MANNRS

Deputy Director for Flood Resilience

Richmond, VA · On-site

$140 - $171/hr

... engineers, resource planners, and support staff, located both centrally in Richmond and in outlying ... Flood Resilience programs.Strong understanding of state government to include the legislative ...

Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

Oakland, CA · On-site

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Project Engineer Department ... Water Resources/Flood & Drainage Employment Type: Full Time Location: Oakland, CA Compensation: $48 ...

Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

Orange, CA · On-site

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Project Engineer Department ... Water Resources/Flood & Drainage Employment Type: Full Time Location: Orange, CA Compensation: $48 ...

Tailored Talent

Project / Civil Engineer

Oakland, CA

$97K - $130K/yr

Project / Civil Engineer Oakland, CA We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our client's Flood & Drainage team. This position is ideal for an engineer with 3 to 8 years of water ...

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Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

Oakland, CA

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Flood & Drainage team. This position is ideal for an engineer with 5 to 8 years of water resources experience who is passionate about ...

Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

Orange, CA

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Flood & Drainage team. This position is ideal for an engineer with 5 to 8 years of water resources experience who is passionate about ...

Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Flood & Drainage team. This position is ideal for an engineer with 5 to 8 years of water resources experience who is passionate about ...

Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

Oakland, CA · On-site

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Flood & Drainage team. This position is ideal for an engineer with 5 to 8 years of water resources experience who is passionate about ...

Bechtel

$125K - $172K/yr

You will lead flood analysis, special studies, and interpret regulations. You will participate in ... Provides oversight of value engineering, constructability reviews, safety reviews, and O&M ...

Wood Rodgers

Project Engineer

San Diego, CA

$48.25 - $59.25/hr

Wood Rodgers is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Flood & Drainage team. This position is ideal for an engineer with 5 to 8 years of water resources experience who is passionate about ...

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How much do flood engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for flood engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flood engineer?

A Flood Engineer is a specialized civil or environmental engineer who assesses, designs, and implements solutions to manage flood risks. They analyze hydrological data, develop flood models, and design infrastructure such as levees, drainage systems, and flood barriers. Their work helps mitigate damage from heavy rainfall, rising water levels, and climate change-related flooding. Flood Engineers collaborate with government agencies, urban planners, and environmental experts to ensure communities are protected.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flood engineer?

A Flood Engineer needs a strong background in civil or environmental engineering, with expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, and flood risk assessment, typically supported by relevant engineering degrees or licensure. Familiarity with modeling software such as HEC-RAS, GIS systems, and relevant safety or engineering certifications is crucial. Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly make professionals stand out in this field. These qualifications are essential for designing effective flood mitigation solutions and ensuring public safety in flood-prone environments.

What are some common challenges faced by flood engineers on the job?

Flood Engineers often deal with unpredictable weather events, complex site conditions, and evolving environmental regulations, which require adaptability and continuous learning. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams—including urban planners, government agencies, and the public—is also a key part of the role, sometimes requiring negotiation and consensus-building. Additionally, balancing technical, budgetary, and timeline constraints while ensuring public safety can be challenging. However, these challenges make the role dynamic and provide significant opportunities for professional growth and meaningful contributions to community resilience.

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Infographic showing various Flood Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,864 per year, or $55.7 per hour.

Senior Engineer/PM - Water Resources

Walter P Moore

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position responsibilities include:

  • Utilizing sound technical knowledge, especially in the areas of water resources engineering analysis and design
  • Working with the Water Resources Engineering (WRE) team to identify and pursue water resources opportunities
  • Potential to lead a team of engineers and technicians in the performance of H&H related projects
  • Developing flood warning/flood forecasting into a target area of expertise for Walter P Moore’s WRE group
  • Developing a national network of clients and consultant alliances to position the WRE group

Requirements include:

  • Sound knowledge of frequently used software such as HEC programs, XP-SWMM, EPA SWMM, etc.
  • Experience with both the analysis and design of flood damage reduction and mitigation projects as well as the development of flood warning/flood forecasting systems.
  • Sound technical skills, especially in the area of water resources engineering
  • Flexibility to manage and perform analyses related to both water resources engineering studies focused on flood damage reduction and mitigation, and projects related specifically to the development of flood warning/flood forecasting systems
  • Good communication and organizational skills, especially technical writing
  • Knowledge in the development of construction documents, plans, and specifications
  • Related local experience a plus
  • Working knowledge of GIS is a plus

  • PE in Texas, or ability to be registered in Texas
  • BS or MS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in hydrology/hydraulics, water resources or related field
  • 6+ years of relevant national projects experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in growing a water resources practice
  • Working knowledge and understanding of capabilities and limitations of flood warning/flood forecasting systems
  • Working knowledge and understanding of local design codes and standards
  • Existing client network a plus

Walter P Moore is an equal employment opportunity employer, and provides equal employment opportunities (including offering competitive compensation and benefit packages) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


Walter P Moore is an international company of engineers, architects, innovators, and creative people who solve some of the world’s most complex structural and infrastructure challenges. Providing structural, diagnostics, civil, traffic, parking, transportation, enclosure, WPM technology and construction engineering services, we design solutions that are cost- and resource-efficient, forward-thinking, and help support and shape communities worldwide. Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, our 1000+ professionals work across 27 U.S. offices and 8 international locations.

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