Floodplain and Dam Engineer – Technical Lead

Job overview

The Floodplain and Dam Engineer – Technical Lead role is onsite in Chantilly, VA; compensation is not specified. The position supports regional water-resources projects involving floodplain and dam modeling, permitting, and design. The technical lead manages hydrology and hydraulic modeling and related engineering work to support compliant floodplain and dam projects. The role also coordinates with agencies and clients, oversees project delivery, and mentors junior engineers and technical staff.

What you'll do

• Lead floodplain and dam modeling projects
• develop, calibrate, and troubleshoot hydrology and hydraulic models
• prepare floodplain permit packages and dam studies
• develop technical reports, maps, and emergency action plans
• design floodplain crossings
• coordinate permits and project deadlines
• mentor staff
• conduct site visits and inspections.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

floodplain engineer

dam engineer

technical lead

chantilly va

system one

full-time

hydrology

hydraulic modeling

hec-ras

hec-hms

gis

virginia pe license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may have medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and 401(k) coverage.

Why this role

Requires 10+ years of water-resources engineering experience, a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, a Virginia PE license, and experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and GIS.

About the employer

System One is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.