Staff Water Resources Engineer or Scientist Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
4148
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Job Location
118 E Carrillo St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US -
Job Category
Early Career
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Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?
Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Staff Water Resources Engineer or Scientist in our Santa Barbara, CA office. The position will have the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations while solving our clients’ water quality challenges related to NPDES, TMDLs and CSOs as driven by CWA requirements, and to develop experience related to water quality and biota sampling, data analysis, and reporting, while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design of stormwater BMPs (infiltration-based and flow-through treatment controls) and related hydraulic structures (e.g., stormwater diversion, pump stations, storage);
- Hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling;
- Analysis and visualization of water quality data;
- Field investigations, monitoring, and data collection;
- Reviewing state and federal regulations & permits pertaining to surface water;
- Spatial analysis (GIS), database management, and programming; and
- Technical document preparation, including technical writing and creation of exhibits and maps.
Education and Licensure
- Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or related degree. (required)
- Advanced degree in the same. (strongly preferred)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Prior internship or work experience in civil engineering or environmental consulting. (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (required)
- A general understanding of stormwater BMPs (selection, performance, and design). (preferred)
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to stormwater management. (preferred)
- An understanding of urban sources and fate and transport processes for typical stormwater pollutants. (required)
- Experience with modeling and design software tools such as SWMM, SUSTAIN, HEC-RAS, SBPAT, LSPC, HSPF, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD. (preferred)
- Experience with programming and data analytics programs and tools such as Python, VBA, R, AGOL, and web applications and dashboards. (preferred)
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.
- Minimum: $70,304/year / Maximum: $92,350/year or Minimum: $28.54/hour / Maximum: $33.80/hour (Santa Barbara, CA)
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.
Additional Information
Who We Are
Change the world with us
At Geosyntec, our work is designed to make a measurable difference. We deliver innovative solutions that improve the environment while advancing human and ecological health and supporting sustainable social and economic outcomes - work with purpose, impact, and lasting value.
Geosyntec is an innovative consulting and engineering firm that partners with public and private sector clients to solve complex challenges involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. We are recognized for technical leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, and practical problem solving - bringing engineers, scientists, and technical professionals together to deliver solutions that matter.
Our teams support a broad portfolio of projects, including environmental remediation, water resources, waste management, and civil and geotechnical engineering. The work we do calls for thoughtful analysis, adaptability, creativity, and strong technical judgment—offering opportunities to contribute to projects that protect communities, strengthen infrastructure, and safeguard natural systems.
Whether you are building your professional foundation or bringing deep expertise, Geosyntec supports continuous growth. You’ll have opportunities to apply your skills in new settings, expand your capabilities, strengthen your practice, and take on meaningful challenges that accelerate your development.
A Collaborative, Practitioner Led Culture
Collaboration is central to how we work. Our teams bring together diverse technical backgrounds and experiences to solve problems from multiple perspectives—creating an environment where people rely on one another, share knowledge, and deliver strong outcomes for clients. We invest in our people through mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to contribute beyond a single role or assignment.
Learn. Develop. Grow.
There is no single career path at Geosyntec. We support flexible, meaningful career development so professionals can pursue areas they are passionate about, build on prior experience, and continue growing - even as circumstances evolve.
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