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Austin, Texas, United States
Hybrid
Freese and Nichols is seeking a motivated Water Resources Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to build a long-term career with our growing Stormwater team in Austin, San Antonio, or Corpus Christi. In this role, you will help communities across Texas solve complex drainage, flood risk, and infrastructure challenges that directly impact public safety and quality of life. You will work collaboratively alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists on projects ranging from watershed studies and master drainage plans to urban drainage design and nature-based solutions. Our team partners with municipalities and agencies across Texas to deliver practical, innovative drainage solutions that protect lives and property. This role offers meaningful technical responsibility, mentorship toward PE licensure, and the opportunity to contribute early in your career.
Primary Responsibilities
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses for projects such as:
Open channel and storm sewer systems
Detention and water quality facilities
Drainage master plans and capital improvement programs
Drainage impact analyses
Regional flood planning
Conduct field investigations and/or data collection to support model and design development
Develop and refine engineering models or designs under the guidance of licensed engineers
Prepare technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Identify opportunities to improve modeling workflows, design efficiency, and quality processes; contribute innovative ideas that enhance project delivery.
Support client communications, attend meetings, and contribute technical input under the guidance of the Project Manager
Participate in quality control reviews, address review comments, and ensure deliverables meet FNI quality standards
Provide guidance and technical support to junior staff as appropriate
B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
3+ years relevant stormwater or water resources experience
Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, meet commitments, and deliver high-quality results under deadlines
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with HEC-RAS 2D, XP-SWMM and/or InfoWorks
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification
Experience with programming or scripting (ex. Python) for data analysis, model or workflow automation and result visualization
Familiarity with Texas municipal drainage criteria
At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.
Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work.
Join our team of 1,400+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.
Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.