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Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and inspire change for your community.\nYou’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.\nWho are we looking for?\nThe Integrated Water Management Group is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to support water related projects associated with transportation, active transportation, resilience, and municipal infrastructure throughout Southern California. This position will serve as a technical lead for hydrology, hydraulics, stormwater quality, and drainage design on multidisciplinary projects including roadways, complete streets, trails, bridges, pump stations, coastal resiliency, and flood mitigation improvements.\nThis position can be located in any of our offices in Southern CA,San Diego, Irvine, Long Beach or Los Angeles.\nOur Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.\nThe ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of Southern California stormwater regulations, MS4 permit compliance, water quality requirements, hydraulic modeling, and transportation drainage design. 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