Water Resources Engineer

Job description

Minot, ND, USA | Hourly | 32-50 per hour This is a full-time exempt position, competitive pay range depending upon experience and education, plus a competitive benefits package.

This exempt position is eligible for overtime pay at base hourly rate for hours worked over 40 per week.

| Full Time
| Benefits Provided by Ackerman-Estvold Include: 100% Paid Health Insurance for employees & child dependents.

Spouse coverage is also provided for monthly share of premium.

Employer provided Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Life Insurance which includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment.

401k with 5% match after 1 year of service.

Employer-paid Identity Protection Services, Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee-sponsored Dental, Vision, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care, & Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance options, Paid Vacation & Sick Time, Ackerman-Estvold logoed clothing allowance, Company-paid professional development opportunities and paid professional memberships and certifications.

Join Ackerman Estvold Engineering and Consulting as a Water Resources Engineer and embark on an exciting journey in North Dakota! This role offers the unique opportunity for recent graduates with a Civil Engineering degree to apply their skills in stormwater management and water treatment projects, all while positioning themselves for professional licensure.

Flexibility to work remote a majority of time is an option with this role, allowing you to be from another part of North Dakota and have a hybrid work experience.

Ackerman-Estvold has offices in Fargo, Williston and Minot.



Our full-time exempt position comes with a competitive pay range that can align with your experience and education, along with additional overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a week.

You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, 100% Paid Health Insurance for employees & child dependents, Spouse coverage is also provided for monthly share of premium, Employer provided Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Life Insurance which includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment, 401k with 5% match after 1 year of service, employer-paid Identity Protection Services, Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, employee-sponsored Dental, Vision, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care, & Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance options, paid vacation & sick time, logoed clothing allowance, and company-paid professional development opportunities and paid professional memberships and certifications.

This is your chance to work with a forward-thinking team that prioritizes innovation, quality, and community, creating a dynamic atmosphere where you can thrive professionally.

Take the next step in your career and apply today!
A little about Ackerman Estvold Engineering and Consulting
Ackerman-Estvold is committed to our clients and communities.

Throughout every facet of service, from architecture to civil engineering and more, we strive to provide solutions that make sense.

Ackerman-Estvold is a full service architectural and civil engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North Dakota, Montana and Idaho.

Project expertise ranges from initial planning to closeout and every step in between.

Our exceptional team is composed of highly experienced individuals with a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of architecture and civil engineering.
Day to day as a Water Resources Engineer
As a Water Resources Engineer at Ackerman Estvold, you will play a vital role in designing stormwater detention facilities, storm drains, and flood control structures that enhance the resilience of our communities in Minot, North Dakota.

Your expertise will drive the development of watershed master plans and flood mitigation studies, while you analyze drainage systems to effectively manage erosion and stabilize riverbanks.

You'll interface with entities like FEMA and USACE, ensuring compliance through detailed environmental documentation.

This position will also involve performing pre-design services, creating design specifications, and managing project schedules and budgets.

At Ackerman Estvold, we value family, fun, and a commitment to quality, innovation, and integrity, allowing you to thrive in a forward-thinking environment that celebrates collaboration and community impact.

Join us in making a difference!
Does this sound like you?


To excel as a Water Resources Engineer at Ackerman Estvold, you will need to bring a robust skill set and relevant experience to the table.

A bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering and the ability to obtain a North Dakota PE designation within 12 months are essential.

With a minimum of five years of successful design and consulting experience in the water resources field, you will utilize your technical skills in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools, such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and XPSWMM.

Your knowledge of hydrologic analysis, open channel and pipe flow, and water quality issues for lakes and streams will be critical to your success.

Proficiency in GIS and CADD-based civil design software is necessary, along with a proven ability to work collaboratively in teams.

Outstanding listening and communication skills will help you interface effectively with clients and regulatory entities, ensuring project success and compliance.
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If you think this job aligns with your future goals, then submitting an application is simple.

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