Senior Water Resources Engineer

Stanley Consultants is an award‑winning, global consulting engineering firm dedicated to solving complex challenges in energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors. We value culture, ethics, and the growth of our employees.

Base Pay Range

$119,400.00/yr – $156,975.00/yr

Job Title

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Location

Chicago, IL | Minneapolis, MN | Muscatine, IA

Job Type

Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tasks, including setup of models, guiding the team during a modeling effort, and reviewing modeling work prepared by others.
• Collaborate with civil, mechanical, electrical, I&C, structural, and CAD disciplines to produce plans and specifications.
• Consistently manage and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Mentor and manage staff; provide technical leadership.
• Participate in local professional organizations and present market‑specific papers and presentations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience with 1‑D and 2‑D hydraulic/hydrologic modeling software (HEC RAS, PCSWMM, HydroCAD, etc.).
• Broad knowledge of water resources engineering analysis and design.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Excellent technical writing and team leadership skills.
• Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.
• Experience in site grading design, surface runoff management, detention design, conveyance.

Approach to Flexibility

Hybrid schedule: two days a week in the office, two days remotely, Friday flexible. Eligible roles may also offer a compressed 9/80 work schedule.

What We Offer

• Member‑owned culture and equity.
• Work‑life balance and extensive paid time off.
• Comprehensive health portfolio (medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA).
• Financial benefits: life, disability insurance, stock ownership, 401(k) match, profit‑sharing.
• Professional growth: tuition assistance and society memberships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. This position is offered to qualified candidates. (This statement fulfills the required EEO language.)

AI Tools Statement

We may use AI tools to support the hiring process but Final hiring decisions are made by humans.