Water Resources Engineer II

At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives.

In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here.

We’re looking for an

Engineer II

to support the design and implementation of

stream and wetland

restoration, stormwater, and nature-based infrastructure projects

• . This role is ideal for an engineer with strong fundamentals in hydrology, hydraulics, and ecological design who’s ready to contribute to meaningful, field-tested solutions—and grow into technical leadership. You can be based out of either RES’s Louisville or Frankfort, Kentucky office, working closely with our internal engineers, scientists, and project managers in both offices. You’ll spend most of your time focused on design, modeling, and technical analysis
• , with travel to project sites for assessments, construction support, and QA/QC review.

Why You’ll Love This Job

You’ll help design and deliver

real-world ecological solutions

You’ll gain exposure to

stream and wetland

restoration, stormwater, and nature-based design

You’ll work with a team that blends

technical rigor with mission-driven values

You’ll learn from

engineers, PMs, and field staff

across diverse projects and settings

You’ll contribute to

projects that get built—not just sit on a shelf

A Day in the Life

• As an Engineer II, you’ll support the development of stream and wetland restoration
• ,

stormwater management

, and ecological site design plans under the guidance of senior engineers and designers. Your day may include preparing grading and drainage designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D, modeling flows using HEC-RAS or TR-55, or compiling plan sets for regulatory review.

You may assist with field visits to

collect site data

,

assess feasibility

• , or observe construction
• , ensuring designs are implemented as intended. You’ll help develop concept-level plans and detailed designs, support permitting-related document preparation, and contribute to the technical details that bring our restoration projects to life.

Whether you’re running models, drafting cross sections, updating plan sets, or performing technical writing, you’ll be an integral part of the project delivery team—helping restore degraded environmental systems while building your own professional skillset.

We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:

A

Bachelor’s degree

in civil, environmental, biosystems, water resources, or ecological engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

certification

2+ years of professional experience

in an engineering-related field

Experience in

AutoCAD Civil 3D

and familiarity with

hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools

(e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, TR-55, FlowMaster, Rivermorph, GIS)

Experience preparing or supporting

erosion and sediment control

,

stormwater

, or restoration designs and/or plan sets

A solid understanding of

watershed hydrology

• ,
• stream geomorphology, hydraulics,

and/or

BMP sizing

Familiarity with

jurisdictional waters

and basic regulatory permitting requirements

Ability to support

fieldwork

, including site assessments, QA/QC, and construction observation

Ability to

work as part of a collaborative team

under the guidance of senior staff

What will make you stand out?

Master’s degree

in civil, environmental, biosystems, water resources, or ecological engineering

A

PE license

or active pursuit of licensure

Hands-on experience with

stormwater modeling, stream restoration, or wetland design

Experience with

earthwork volume calculations

and feasibility planning

Participation in the regulatory

agency approval process

for a stormwater or restoration project

Comfort performing

site assessments

, writing technical memos, or supporting construction oversight

Understanding

reference reach data and regional curves

to support design

Ability to read and interpret restoration construction plans

Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.

RES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.