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Foth

Lead Stormwater & Water Resources Engineer

Marion, MA · On-site +1

$130K - $160K/yr

... and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working ... Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed ...

Foth

Lead Stormwater & Water Resources Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$130K - $160K/yr

... and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working ... Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed ...

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How much do work from home water resource engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for work from home water resource engineer in the United States is $93,893.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $108,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a work from home water resource engineer?

A Work From Home Water Resource Engineer is a professional who analyzes and designs water-related systems, such as stormwater management, flood control, and water supply, while working remotely. They use software for hydraulic modeling, GIS mapping, and data analysis to develop sustainable water solutions. Communication with clients, government agencies, and teams is done through virtual meetings and cloud-based collaboration tools. This role requires strong technical skills, self-discipline, and the ability to manage projects independently.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a work from home water resource engineer?

As a Work From Home Water Resource Engineer, your daily tasks often include conducting hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, preparing technical reports, designing water infrastructure systems, and developing engineering models using specialized software. You’ll regularly collaborate with project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies through virtual meetings and shared digital platforms. Remote engineers must also manage project documentation, review data, and adhere to regulatory standards, often with a high degree of autonomy. This blend of technical work and remote communication keeps projects on track and ensures smooth coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a work from home water resource engineer?

To thrive as a Work From Home Water Resource Engineer, you need a solid background in civil or environmental engineering, hydrology, and water resource management, typically backed by a relevant degree and engineering licensure (such as a PE). Familiarity with industry-standard tools like AutoCAD, GIS software, HEC-RAS, and modeling platforms, as well as experience with remote collaboration tools, is essential. Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently are valuable soft skills for this remote position. These abilities ensure accuracy in technical work, effective teamwork across distances, and successful project delivery in a virtual environment.

Are water resource engineers in demand?

Water resource engineers are in demand due to increasing infrastructure needs, environmental concerns, and water management challenges. They often find opportunities in government agencies, consulting firms, and environmental organizations, with skills in hydrology, GIS, and sustainable design being highly valued.
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Infographic showing various Work From Home Water Resource Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,893 per year, or $45.1 per hour.

Water Resource Engineer III- PE Required

KLJ

Albuquerque, NM • On-site, Remote

$85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Water Resources Engineer with a current Professional Engineer (PE) license and strong experience serving as a Technical Task Lead and Project Manager on hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) engineering projects. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who combines technical expertise in H&H analysis and modeling with the leadership skills needed to successfully manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
The Water Resources Engineer will lead the planning, analysis, and design of water resources infrastructure projects, including stormwater systems, drainage improvements, flood mitigation, culverts, bridges, and irrigation conveyance systems. This individual will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and deliver high-quality solutions that meet client goals and regulatory requirements.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
  • Serve as a technical lead for advanced hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for a wide range of infrastructure projects.

  • Lead teams to develop and apply hydrologic and hydraulic models using industry-standard software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, TR-55, HydroCAD, HY-8, SRH-2D, InfoDrainage, and OpenRoads Drainage.

  • Evaluate drainage systems, floodplain impacts, culvert sizing, bridge hydraulics, and stormwater management strategies.

  • Guide junior staff and review engineering calculations, technical reports, design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

  • Ensure designs comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

Project Management
  • Serve as Technical Task Lead and/or Project Manager for hydrologic, hydraulic, and water resource projects.

  • Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, deliverables, and quality control.

  • Coordinate with internal teams, subconsultants, and clients throughout all project phases.

  • Monitor project progress and proactively address technical and scheduling challenges.

Client & Business Development
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships.

  • Participate in proposal preparation, scope development, and fee estimation.

  • Identify opportunities for additional services and support business growth.

Team Leadership
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.

  • Review work products to ensure technical accuracy and consistency.

  • Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.

Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.

  • 6+ years water resources engineering experience.

  • Strong background in hydraulic and hydrologic modeling.

  • Proficiency with relevant engineering software and modeling tools.

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred
  • Experience with transportation, municipal, or water resources infrastructure projects.

  • Knowledge of Federal Emergency Management Agency floodplain requirements and Federal Highway Administration drainage design standards.

  • Experience working with public-sector clients, including Departments of Transportation, counties, and/or municipalities.

  • Active PE license in one or more of these states: CO, NM, MT, MN, ND, SD and AZ

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to:
Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl.
Use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Talk or hear and communicate clearly.
The employee must:
Be able to occasionally walk on uneven terrain up to two miles per day.
Frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds and infrequently up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Other Information:
At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $85,000-105,000K + straight time for billable hours. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equityWe offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com/careers/benefits.
This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not offer employment based VISAS.
KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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