A bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year college or university, with an emphasis on water resources.
0–2 years of experience in water resources design and stormwater quality design.
Experience in AutoCAD, Civil3D, and/or Bentley OpenRoads Designer is desired.
Experience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling software such as CUHP, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, CulvertMaster, HY8, FlowMaster, StormCAD, SewerGems, or EPA SWMM is preferred.
Engineering Intern Certification is required.
Responsibilities
Design roadway drainage, including hydrology and hydraulics for roadside ditches, curb and gutter sections, complex storm sewer design with utility conflicts, retrofitting storm sewer design, and coordination with existing downstream systems.
Design stormwater quality and detention, including post-construction stormwater quality control measures recommended by CDOT and MHFD, construction control measures for sediment and erosion control, and applying general familiarity with common MS4 permit requirements.
Perform bridge and culvert hydraulic analysis, including sizing proposed structures, analyzing existing structures, conducting scour analysis, designing scour protection for minor to major outfalls, and designing scour countermeasures for bridges.
Perform floodplain analysis, including HEC-RAS 1D and 2D modeling to support floodplain development permit applications, and prepare Conditional Letter of Map Revision and Letter of Map Revision applications to FEMA.
Use computer-assisted engineering design software to prepare engineering and design documents, including plans, profiles, details, quantity tabulations, construction costs, reports, and specifications.
Support construction projects by reviewing submittals, answering requests for information, and conducting field visits to ensure compliance with contract drawings and specifications.
Assist in preparing project scopes, budgets, schedules, and proposals.
Desired Qualifications
A master's degree is considered a plus.
Water Resources Engineer, Entry Level - WR0022
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig · Colorado Springs, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-20
Salary: USD 72,000–85,000
Workplace: on_site
Department: Water Resources
Description
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig is seeking an entrepreneurial, self-starting, and energetic entry-level water resources engineer looking to advance their career at a forward-thinking firm focused on delivering excellence in transportation and water resources! The ideal candidate is expected to have 0-5 years of experience and will work out of our Colorado Springs office.
This selected candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of complex water resources projects ranging from hydrology and hydraulics support for transportation projects to standalone projects, such as stream restoration, floodplain analysis, and major outfall systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Roadway drainage design including hydrology and hydraulics for projects including roadside ditches, curb and gutter sections, complex storm sewer design with utility conflicts, retrofitting storm sewer design, and coordinating with existing downstream systems.
Stormwater quality and detention design including post construction stormwater quality control measures (SCMs) recommended by CDOT and MHFD, Construction Control Measures for sediment and erosion control, and general familiarity with common Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits requirements.
Bridge and culvert hydraulic analysis, including sizing proposed structures, analyzing existing structures, scour analysis, design for scour protection for minor to major outfalls, and scour countermeasure design for bridges.
Floodplain analysis including HEC-RAS (1D and 2D) to support documentation for floodplain development permit applications, and preparing Conditional Letter of Map Revision and Letter of Map Revision applications to FEMA.
Use computer assisted engineering design software to prepare engineering and design documents as needed. This includes the preparation of plans, profiles, details, quantity tabulations, construction costs, reports and specifications.
Supports construction projects by reviewing submittals, answering RFI’s, and conducting field visits to ensure compliance with the contract drawings and specifications.
Assist in preparing scope, budget, and scheduling of projects and for proposals.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year college or university with an emphasis on water resources. Master’s degree considered a plus.
0-2 years of experience in water resources design and stormwater quality design.
Experience in AutoCAD, Civil3D, and/or Bentley OpenRoads Designer is desired.
Experience with hydrology and hydraulic modeling software like CUHP, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, CulvertMaster, HY8, FlowMaster, StormCAD, SewerGems, EPA SWMM, etc. preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Engineering Intern Certification required
The pay for this position has a range of $72,000 - $85,000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Application Deadline: 11/6/2026
Benefits
At FHU, we are committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits, flexible programs, and opportunities for professional growth so our teams can thrive both personally and professionally.
Our benefits package includes:
Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with FHU contributing a significant portion of premiums and covering 100% of the cost for some plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Telehealth and mental health resources available at no cost to eligible employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services
Generous vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match and discretionary profit-sharing contributions
Annual discretionary bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
Flexible schedules and remote work options depending on position and business needs
Professional development opportunities including continuing education assistance, tuition reimbursement, professional society participation, and reimbursement for certifications and registration fees
Opportunities to get involved through internal committees and employee-led groups
We are passionate about creating a workplace where employees feel supported, connected, and inspired by the work they do. From professional development opportunities to company-sponsored events and team activities throughout the year, we are committed to building a culture that celebrates employees and strengthens the communities we serve.