PROJECT ENGINEER: Fort Collins Office

Dedicated to Your Growth

We’re dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our employees learn and grow within the industry because our company is built around them. We invest in our team member’s growth and their knowledge in the industry through career training, mentoring, and management of a work-life balance. This supportive atmosphere guarantees our employees feel like a part of the team.

Careers at ICON Engineering

ICON Engineering is one of Colorado’s most reputable planning, design, and project management civil engineering firms. We provide resourceful solutions for the communities we live in and the mountainous areas we enjoy. At ICON, we promote work-life balance, team work, training/professional growth, accountability, and inclusion for all who want to be part of our connected team. We are looking for engaging, team-oriented professionals who bring a desire to grow and the passion to make a difference.

Project Engineer | Specialty: Stormwater, Floodplain, and Stream Restoration Project Engineer (EI)

ICON Engineering is seeking a civil or environmental engineer to join our Northern Colorado Team. This Team enjoys working on a wide range of stormwater analysis and design projects including storm drainage systems, water quality BMPs, flood mitigation, and stream restoration located in Northern Colorado. These projects are often multi-disciplinary and exemplify all aspects of stormwater and civil infrastructure design. Project examples may include: technical floodplain analysis using 1D and 2D HECRAS; hydrology studies using HEC-HMS, HEC-SSP, or CUHP; design of stormwater systems and stream restoration projects using EPA-SWMM and Civil3D; major drainageway floodplain studies and FEMA map revision preparation using ArcGIS; and water quality improvement design. Strong communication and technical writing skills are required for project documentation and collaboration with project teams and clients. The person who fills this position will assist over the life cycle of these projects, from assessment, to planning, design, permitting, and construction. The ideal candidate will have a passion for stormwater management, flood mitigation, streams, rivers, and watersheds and a desire to grow in their career. A highly qualified candidate will bring experience in hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using the computer programs noted above.

This position is located in Fort Collins, CO. The position is hybrid but regular business hours and working 3-4 days per week in-office is expected. The position will also include occasional field work/ site visits generally in Northern Colorado/ along Colorado’s Front Range. The successful candidate will collaborate with members of ICON’s Northern Colorado Team and strong teamwork/ interpersonal skills are essential.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze stormwater and flood mitigation infrastructure
• Study watersheds, analyze basin characteristics, precipitation, and runoff volumes
• Design storm drains, detention/water quality systems, channels, and natural drainage systems
• Floodplain studies and related FEMA flood mapping
• Stormwater Management, Erosion and Sediment Control, and Master Planning studies
• Design stream restoration projects
• Construction plan development
• Collaborate with design team
• Project documentation
• Attend meetings, and present technical information to clients
• Work under the guidance and supervision from ICON’s Project Management Team

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in civil or environmental engineering
• Engineering Intern (EI) or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 0 to 2 years of civil or water resources engineering experience
• Willingness to learn new software programs
• Willingness to ask questions, seek instruction, and problem solve
• Ability to participate in a small team, collaborative, hybrid working environment

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with HEC-RAS, EPA SWMM, and other hydraulic modeling software
• Experience with HEC-HMS, CUHP, and other hydrologic modeling software
• Experience with ArcGIS
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Experience with FEMA floodplain studies and/or storm sewer design projects

BENEFITS / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• ICON offers a competitive compensation package that includes paid time off, holiday pay, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k, I-Coin Performance Bonus Program, staff social events, training, career development, and much more!
• Salary range for this position is $68k to $83k, depending on experience. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

Please send your letter of interest and resume of qualifications via email to Jaclyn Michaelsen | [email protected]

Employee Benefits

The benefit of working for a growing firm with 35+ employees is the opportunity to make a difference, work on a variety of projects, affect company culture, and implement positive change. Our rewards package includes a competitive salary with professional/career growth opportunities, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, 8 paid holidays, accruing PTO, 401(k), performance-based bonuses, and fees paid for professional organization participation.

Commitment to Work-Life Balance

With ICON’s flexible work environment, we work 4.5 days a week (four 9-hour days and a half day on Friday) with an option to work occasionally from a home office. At ICON, you will enjoy interacting with good people, collaborating in engaging design conversations, socializing at various company sponsored and social events (including happy hours, bowling, picnics, chili cook-off, super bowl squares, and holiday parties), become involved with internal committees, and it’s important to us that you work toward achieving your personal and career goals.

Your Professional Development With ICON

To help our staff stay current in our industry, we provide monthly “lunch and learn” sessions in the office, providing an opportunity to do exactly that: have lunch together and learn something new! We also plan field trips followed by a happy hour where staff can listen to project design details on site, understand lessons learned, and see the real-life results of their work… followed by some social time. Lastly, we pay for membership dues to professional organizations and attendance at professional conferences/seminars to enhance our knowledge in our areas of expertise.