This Role's Reach The Stream Restoration Designer/Engineer will work closely with our Team ... S. or M.S in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological ...
This Role's Reach The Stream Restoration Designer/Engineer will work closely with our Team ... S. or M.S in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological ...
Natural Resource Scientist 2
Olympia, WA · On-site +1
$66K - $89K/yr
Experience in freshwater stream ecology research and hydrogeologic investigations. Experience must include the following: * Field Research & Sampling Experience * Experience conducting freshwater ...
Natural Resource Scientist 2
Olympia, WA · On-site +1
$66K - $89K/yr
Experience in freshwater stream ecology research and hydrogeologic investigations. Experience must include the following: * Field Research & Sampling Experience * Experience conducting freshwater ...
Natural Resource Scientist 2
Olympia, WA · On-site
$66K - $89K/yr
Experience in freshwater stream ecology research and hydrogeologic investigations. Experience must include the following: Field Research & Sampling Experience Experience conducting freshwater aquatic ...
Natural Resource Scientist 2
Olympia, WA · On-site
$66K - $89K/yr
Experience in freshwater stream ecology research and hydrogeologic investigations. Experience must include the following: Field Research & Sampling Experience Experience conducting freshwater aquatic ...
Job Title Watershed Services (Stream Restoration) Manager Job Type Full-Time Location Baltimore ... S. or M.S. in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological ...
Job Title Watershed Services (Stream Restoration) Manager Job Type Full-Time Location Baltimore ... S. or M.S. in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological ...
S. or M.S. in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological ... Project design and management experience related to stream, wetland, living shoreline, and/or other ...
S. or M.S. in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological ... Project design and management experience related to stream, wetland, living shoreline, and/or other ...
The ideal candidate is anticipated to have 5-12+ years of experience with design of stream restoration projects as well as experience with fluvial geomorphology, sediment transport, stream ecology ...
The ideal candidate is anticipated to have 5-12+ years of experience with design of stream restoration projects as well as experience with fluvial geomorphology, sediment transport, stream ecology ...
Engineer II - Water Resources
Baltimore, MD · Hybrid
$37 - $44/hr
This position will involve ecological/stream restoration design, geomorphic studies, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and management of environmental and water resources projects/teams. Essential ...
Engineer II - Water Resources
Baltimore, MD · Hybrid
$37 - $44/hr
This position will involve ecological/stream restoration design, geomorphic studies, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and management of environmental and water resources projects/teams. Essential ...
Engineer II - Water Resources
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$37 - $44/hr
This position will involve ecological/stream restoration design, geomorphic studies, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and management of environmental and water resources projects/teams. Essential ...
Engineer II - Water Resources
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$37 - $44/hr
This position will involve ecological/stream restoration design, geomorphic studies, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and management of environmental and water resources projects/teams. Essential ...
Overview As a Stream Design Engineer in our Ecological Practice for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the Knoxville, TN office, you'll support the planning and design of stream and ...
Overview As a Stream Design Engineer in our Ecological Practice for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the Knoxville, TN office, you'll support the planning and design of stream and ...
As a Stream Design Engineer in our Ecological Practice for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the Knoxville, TN office, you'll support the planning and design of stream and wetland ...
As a Stream Design Engineer in our Ecological Practice for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the Knoxville, TN office, you'll support the planning and design of stream and wetland ...
Overview As a Stream Design Engineer in our Ecological Practice for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the Knoxville, TN office, you'll support the planning and design of stream and ...
Overview As a Stream Design Engineer in our Ecological Practice for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the Knoxville, TN office, you'll support the planning and design of stream and ...
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field * 0-2 years of experience performing stream and wetland ...
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field * 0-2 years of experience performing stream and wetland ...
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field * 0-2 years of experience performing stream and wetland ...
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field * 0-2 years of experience performing stream and wetland ...
Ecologist
Knoxville, TN · On-site
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field * 0-2 years of experience performing stream and wetland ...
Ecologist
Knoxville, TN · On-site
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geology, or a related natural sciences field * 0-2 years of experience performing stream and wetland ...
Ecologist
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$81K - $97K/yr
Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline. * Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience completing stream and wetland delineations, as ...
Ecologist
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$81K - $97K/yr
Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline. * Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience completing stream and wetland delineations, as ...
Ecologist
Atlanta, GA · Hybrid
$81K - $97K/yr
Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline. * Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience completing stream and wetland delineations, as ...
Ecologist
Atlanta, GA · Hybrid
$81K - $97K/yr
Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline. * Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience completing stream and wetland delineations, as ...
Ecologist II
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
... ecology. What your day-to-day might look like: You'll begin your day prepping field gear for a monitoring visit to a stream or wetland mitigation site. Once on-site, you may collect data using GPS ...
Ecologist II
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
... ecology. What your day-to-day might look like: You'll begin your day prepping field gear for a monitoring visit to a stream or wetland mitigation site. Once on-site, you may collect data using GPS ...
Senior Ecologist
Nashville, TN · On-site
Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field * 8+ years of environmental consulting experience * Proven expertise in wetland delineations and stream assessments
Senior Ecologist
Nashville, TN · On-site
Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field * 8+ years of environmental consulting experience * Proven expertise in wetland delineations and stream assessments
You'll begin by assisting on wetland and stream delineations, preparing delineation reports, and ... Bachelor's or higher degree in a natural sciences field (e.g., Biology, Botany, Ecology ...
You'll begin by assisting on wetland and stream delineations, preparing delineation reports, and ... Bachelor's or higher degree in a natural sciences field (e.g., Biology, Botany, Ecology ...
Ecologist
Athens, PA · On-site
You'll begin by assisting on wetland and stream delineations, preparing delineation reports, and ... Bachelor's or higher degree in a natural sciences field (e.g., Biology, Botany, Ecology ...
Ecologist
Athens, PA · On-site
You'll begin by assisting on wetland and stream delineations, preparing delineation reports, and ... Bachelor's or higher degree in a natural sciences field (e.g., Biology, Botany, Ecology ...
Stream Ecology information
See salary details
$11.5K - $21.2K
1% of jobs
$21.2K - $31K
0% of jobs
$31K - $40.7K
9% of jobs
$44.7K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$40.7K - $50.4K
35% of jobs
$50.4K - $60.1K
1% of jobs
The median wage is $63.2K / yr.
$60.1K - $69.9K
12% of jobs
$69.9K - $79.6K
15% of jobs
$83.2K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$79.6K - $89.3K
6% of jobs
$89.3K - $99K
6% of jobs
$99K - $108.8K
9% of jobs
$108.8K - $118.5K
5% of jobs
$11.5K
$66.8K
$118.5K
How much do stream ecology jobs pay per year?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Stream Ecologist, and why are they important?
What is the difference between Stream Ecology vs Fish Biologist?
| Aspect | Stream Ecology | Fish Biologist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field | Bachelor's or Master's in Biology, Fisheries, or related field |
| Work Environment | Fieldwork in streams, rivers, and aquatic habitats | Fieldwork and laboratory work focused on fish populations |
| Industry Usage | Environmental agencies, research institutions, conservation projects | Wildlife agencies, research labs, fisheries management |
Stream Ecology focuses on studying aquatic ecosystems, including water quality and habitat health, while Fish Biologists specialize in studying fish species, populations, and behaviors. Both roles often overlap in fieldwork and require similar educational backgrounds, but their primary focus areas differ. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and job expectations in aquatic sciences.
What is stream ecology?
What are some common challenges faced by stream ecologists in conducting field research, and how can they be managed?

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision
Posted 29 days ago
Job description
Who We Are McCormick Taylor, Inc. is a full-service civil engineering firm providing creative design, planning, and environmental solutions to the challenges of everyday life. Since 1946, we've focused on our relationships with people-our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve.
Our culture matters because our people matter. We strive to create pathways for career advancement that suit the individual. We embrace hybrid work flexibility and the cultural shift toward a greater work-life balance.
We've grown as a company over 75 years and 17 offices by building our team around people that share our passion for meaningful and impactful work. Who We're Looking For McCormick Taylor is seeking an experienced Stream Restoration Designer/Engineer II/III for our Watershed Services team in our growing Baltimore, MD office. We are looking for a person that is excited to lead a dynamic, collaborative team that is passionate about their work.
The ideal candidate is anticipated to have 5-12+ years of experience with design of stream restoration projects as well as experience with fluvial geomorphology, sediment transport, stream ecology and stream assessment principles. The candidate should have experience designing and developing contract documents for Maryland state and municipal/county clients under local on-call contracts for environmental design services. The role may include work in adjacent states and District of Columbia.
Job title and compensation commensurate with depth of design project experience, certifications and degree. This Role's Reach The Stream Restoration Designer/Engineer will work closely with our Team supporting assessment and design of small to large stream restoration projects from conceptual design through development of advertisement packages for construction. This position will involve field and office work primarily in Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania performing physical and biological field surveys of streams, evaluating existing conditions, conducting functional assessments, developing restoration design solutions and overseeing environmental restoration construction.
Some travel in the Mid-Atlantic region likely. Responsibilities: Support environmental restoration design projects including but not limited to stream, wetland, and shoreline restoration projects Develop construction plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates Develop reports in support of assessment, design, and monitoring efforts Perform field work including but not limited to geomorphic assessment, natural resource inventories, and watershed inventories and assessments Communicate and collaborate with the project teamB.S. or M.S
in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological, Biosystems) required. P.E. a plus but not required 5+ professional years of experience Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
Critical thinking skills required. Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently required. Project design experience related to stream, wetland, living shoreline, and/or other water quality initiatives required.
Project management experience a plus. Experience performing field work for geomorphic assessments, stream functions assessment/ecological uplift potential, environmental construction oversight, and post-construction monitoring required. Experience completing MS4/TMDL credit calculations using Chesapeake Bay Program protocols preferred.
Ability to work in physically challenging outdoor settings required. Experience working in the Mid-Atlantic region (Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania) preferred. Experience with HEC-RAS and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis software preferred.
Experience developing engineering construction plans using Bentley products (OpenRoads, etc.) preferred. We value your interest in our organization. At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset
If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together. We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package-including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work-life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules. McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all our employees and our applicants.
Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability. Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed. We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.B.S
or M.S. in relevant engineering or science field (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Ecological, Biosystems) required. P.E
a plus but not required 5+ professional years of experience Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required. Critical thinking skills required. Ability to work both collaboratively/in a team environment and independently required.
Project design experience related to stream, wetland, living shoreline, and/or other water quality initiatives required. Project management experience a plus. Experience performing field work for geomorphic assessments, stream functions assessment/ecological uplift potential, environmental construction oversight, and post-construction monitoring required.
Experience completing MS4/TMDL credit calculations using Chesapeake Bay Program protocols preferred. Ability to work in physically challenging outdoor settings required. Experience working in the Mid-Atlantic region (Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania) preferred.
Experience with HEC-RAS and other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis software preferred. Experience developing engineering construction plans using Bentley products (OpenRoads, etc.) preferred. We value your interest in our organization
At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset. If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together. We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package-including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work-life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules.
McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all our employees and our applicants. Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability. Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed.
We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.
About McCormick Taylor
Sourced by ZipRecruiter
Industry
Clean energy semiconductors manufacturing
Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Philadelphia, PA, US
Year founded
1946