Senior Water Resources Engineer

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

AKS is seeking an experienced Senior Water Resources Engineer with a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification to join our growing team in Tualatin. This individual will bring a strong technical background in floodplain analysis, hydraulic modeling, and flood risk assessment, and will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide technical leadership on flood-related projects, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and help clients navigate complex floodplain regulations and permitting requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, manage, and perform advanced 1D and 2D hydraulic and floodplain modeling for rivers, streams, drainage systems, and watersheds.
• Prepare and evaluate hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support floodplain mapping, flood hazard assessments, and infrastructure design.
• Develop, calibrate, validate, and interpret hydraulic models using industry-standard modeling software.
• Perform FEMA-related floodplain studies, including Flood Insurance Studies (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) revisions, Conditional Letters of Map Revision (CLOMR), and Letters of Map Revision (LOMR).
• Prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, floodplain studies, and supporting documentation for regulatory and client submittals.
• Evaluate flood risks and develop practical mitigation strategies for public infrastructure, private development, and community improvement projects.
• Provide technical guidance on FEMA regulations, National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) requirements, local floodplain ordinances, and applicable state and federal permitting requirements.
• Support floodplain development permitting, including floodway encroachment analyses, no-rise certifications, and substantial improvement/substantial damage evaluations, as applicable.
• Coordinate with FEMA, state and local agencies, floodplain administrators, and other regulatory stakeholders.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, surveyors, natural resource specialists, planners, and other technical professionals to integrate floodplain considerations into multidisciplinary projects.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in floodplain modeling, hydraulic analysis, and water resources engineering.
• Active Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Oregon or Washington, or the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with both 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling and floodplain analysis.
• Strong understanding of FEMA floodplain mapping standards, NFIP regulations, floodway analyses, and floodplain development requirements.
• Experience preparing and reviewing FEMA-related technical documentation, including CLOMRs, LOMRs, and floodplain mapping studies.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies, and deliver quality technical work within established schedules and budgets.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Nice to Have

Experience with several of the following tools and technical applications is highly desirable:

• HEC-RAS (1D and 2D hydraulic modeling).
• HEC-HMS hydrologic modeling.
• FLO-2D or comparable 2D hydraulic modeling platforms.
• GIS applications, including ArcGIS Pro, for floodplain mapping and spatial analysis.
• FEMA floodplain mapping and regulatory processes.
• Hydraulic structure analysis, including bridges, culverts, and roadway crossings.
• Floodway encroachment and no-rise analyses.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team: 

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose. 
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality. 
• Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities. 
• Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive. 
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together. 
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities. 
• A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year. 

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.