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Engineer in Training (Water Resources)

Location: Anchorage, AK
Listed: 17 days ago

About the role

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RESPEC is looking for an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) specializing in water resources at our Anchorage, Alaska office to support exciting ongoing and upcoming projects. Our experienced staff will provide hands-on support and professional development to help the EIT develop water resources engineering skills and knowledge.

This position will support the planning, design, and implementation of various water resources engineering projects across Alaska and the Lower 48. These projects may include work in the fields of stormwater, floodplain management, fish passage design, and regulatory compliance. Interdisciplinary work with environmental, geotechnical, survey, structural, and transportation staff is also anticipated.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Support multiple water resource projects simultaneously, proactively collaborating with team members and clients to resolve technical challenges
Conduct hydrology and hydraulic (H&H) analyses and modeling to support watershed planning and the design of hydraulic structures, such as culverts (including aquatic organism passage), bridges, diversions, revetments, stormwater management facilities, and storm drain systems
Prepare H&S reports and high-quality technical presentations to communicate complex technical concepts and practical engineering recommendations for a variety of audiences
Attend site visits alongside experienced staff to collect data and confirm field conditions
Develop or support the development of construction plans, specifications, and estimates
Support the preparation of permit applications
Other duties as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, geological engineering, or a closely related field
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Knowledge/experience/coursework related to hydrology and hydraulics
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel
Preference given to local candidates

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing construction plans, specifications, and estimates
Experience in environmental compliance and permitting
Experience in drainage analysis, planning, and design
Experience with ArcGIS Pro and Civil 3D
Practical application of various H&H modeling software (e.g. HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, Hydraulic Toolbox, HY-8, SWMM, etc.)

Compensation

Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include

Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) & ESOP
Professional Development and Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About the Company

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you're someone who sees problems as opportunities, you'll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we've tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you'll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you'll fit right in.

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From RE/SPEC Inc.'s careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 23, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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