Water Resources Engineer – Experienced Designer

DesignWater ResourcesOn-siteFull-time

Thomas & Hutton is hiring a Water Resources Engineer – Experienced Designer in Nashville, Tennessee (on-site, full-time). Posted 28 August 2026. Apply directly on Thomas & Hutton's own careers site — no account needed.

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Advance your water resources engineering career where your work helps protect communities, improve resilience, and support critical infrastructure across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll design impactful stormwater and drainage projects, collaborate with experienced mentors and multidisciplinary teams, and grow within a company consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.

What you'll do:

Prepare construction plans and engineering designs for stormwater management, drainage, flood-control, and water resources projects
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support project planning and design
Develop stormwater management reports, drainage studies, and supporting technical documentation
Assist with the preparation of permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies
Utilize Civil 3D and water resources modeling software to develop and refine project designs
Coordinate regularly with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project delivery
Lead and coordinate design activities, including assigning tasks and monitoring progress of team members
Support project execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives

What you bring:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
EIT certification required; PE license strongly preferred
3-5 years of experience in water resources engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and stormwater design
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D software applications
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skillsProven ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assignments on schedule
Client-service mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to lead a design team, delegate responsibilities, and track project progress
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailExcellent time-management and organizational skills

Why Thomas & Hutton?

Competitive salary plus performance bonus
Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:

On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

How to apply:

Ready to help bring engineering designs to life in the field? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers.

At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.

When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry-leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.

Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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