Water Resources Engineer

About Us

NHC’s Bellingham, WA team is looking for a dynamic early-career engineer with a strong background in hydrology and hydraulics and enthusiasm for developing water resources solutions for rivers and streams throughout the Pacific Northwest.

About the Role

At NHC, you will work closely with experienced engineers and scientists—often as part of multi-disciplinary teams—to perform hydrologic, hydraulic, and geomorphic analysis and design for projects related to fish passage, stream restoration, infrastructure protection, floodplain management, watershed and stormwater planning, reservoir operations, and climate resilience. Work assignments may include field assessment of streams and rivers, coding and data analysis, numerical hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, engineering design, and preparation of engineering reports.

Required Skills and Experience:

• B.S. degree in civil/water resources engineering or a closely related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 2 years of relevant post-Bachelor’s experience
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States: U.S. citizen or current visa/work permit

Desired Qualifications

• Strong technical background in engineering hydrology and hydraulics.
• Experience working on real-world surface water projects.
• Demonstrated experience completing complex technical assignments in a team environment.
• The ability to define problems, prioritize tasks, and meet agreed upon timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High technical standards and a commitment to delivering high-quality work products.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Washington or ability to obtain one within two years.

Great Reasons to Join Us

NHC offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including annual performance-based bonuses.

Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 annual (full-time) depending on experience

Benefits (effective within 30 days of start date):

• Full healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employer-provided benefit allowance
• Family-friendly benefits and work/life balance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary supplemental insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free snacks and beverages
• Free basic Costco membership

NHC’s success has always depended on our creative and productive employees. We celebrate and welcome a diverse community of employees and foster their professional development and well-being. NHC is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status*.*

To be considered for the position, please submit a cover letter and resume via the link on our website: https://nhcwater.com/about-us/careers. Preference will be given to applicants available to start by January 4, 2027. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.