If you are looking to take on more responsibility in leading projects related to drainage studies, site design, and infrastructure, while seeking an employer that will focus on your specific career goals delivering high-quality professional services, then we encourage you to strongly consider this position.  With top tier benefits, and the understanding of a real work life balance, Wilson & Company provides a career-nurturing work environment.

Wilson & Company is seeking a Professional Engineer to serve as a Lead Civil Engineer in our Las Cruces, NM office.  This professional will be responsible for studies and designs of surface water drainage systems, site design, and associated infrastructure.  Depending on the needs of the project, this position will perform both lead and supporting roles on various projects, tasks, and business development activities.

 Essential Job Functions:

• Work collaboratively with and mentor junior staff in a positive and professional manner
• Effectively fosters relationships with team members and clients, as well as industry stakeholders and regulators.
• High degree of interpersonal and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Using hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and computations tools to design and analyze complex drainage systems and stormwater management basins, as well as preparing FEMA studies such as CLOMRs and LOMRs.
• Design of stormwater management facilities to meet water quality and quantity requirements, including storm sewer networks, open channel design, and culverts.
• Preparation of site drainage reports, design concept reports, and drainage master planning.
• Responsible for the delivery of project discipline scope elements within budget and schedule.

Required Skills

• High level of independence, confidence, and strong work ethic
• Effective and clear writing and verbal communication skill

Required Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering in an ABET-accredited college or university.
• A Master’s degree in a field directly relevant water resources engineering services a plus.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience working in hydrology and hydraulics studies, roadway drainage design, and flood-control management.
• Proof of having passed the New Mexico Professional Engineer (PE) exam and within a year of obtaining a license, or an already licensed professional engineer in New Mexico.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic software such as: StormCAD, CivilStorm, HEC-RAS, HEC-RAS2D, HEC-HMS, FLO2D or similar software.
• Experience with ArcGIS a plus.
• Experience in the preparation of work plans, budgets, and project schedules is highly desired
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD and Civil 3D platforms
• Bentley MicroStation, InRoads, and OpenRoads experience a plus.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

Annual Salary Range: $65,000 - $115,000

About Us:

Wilson & Company has a rich history in multimodal transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, and the right candidate will become part of our bright future. We provide multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, surveying, mapping, environmental, and planning services, and employ staff throughout 15 offices in 9 states. The firm was founded in 1932 and provides services to a diverse client base including railroads; municipal, state, and federal agencies; energy, industrial, and commercial companies; and private developers.

The cornerstone of our success is Higher Relationships, standards in Discipline, Intensity, Collaboration, Shared Ownership, and Solutions. Discipline is doing it right, with attention to details without exception. Intensity is doing what it takes to meet and exceed expectations. Collaboration is working together and bringing out the best in each other. Shared Ownership means we adopt the goals of others as our own. Finally, Solutions are achieved in a win-win environment. We value this commitment to Higher Relationships with our employees, clients, and the communities where we live and work. And for you, our culture intends to help you achieve personal and professional success. Come grow with us!

Wilson & Company provides a comprehensive benefits package that encourages employee health and well-being.  We have several options to choose from for health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plan benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

Wilson & Company is a federal contractor and subject to various health and safety regulations enforced by federal, state, and local agencies, as well as health and safety requirements of our clients. All regulations and requirements are subject to change, which could cause current Wilson & Company policies to be adjusted. Wilson & Company will require all employees to comply with all applicable regulations, requirements, and company policies.