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Water resources engineer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. EB-2 candidates need an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience; EB-3 covers bachelor's-degree professionals and skilled workers with two or more years of relevant experience.
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RK&K is currently hiring a Water Resources Engineer to work in our Roanoke, VA office. The Engineer should have experience with some or all the following areas to support municipal and transportation project designs: Stormwater Management, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Floodplain/Scour Modeling, and Watershed Studies, for various exciting projects throughout Virginia and surrounding States.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop, evaluate, and design stormwater management facilities to support municipal and transportation infrastructure projects across RK&K's vast portfolio
- Analyze and model stormwater conveyance systems and storage designs
- Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) design of culverts, bridges and dams and produce engineering drawings for stormwater control BMPs
- 1D and 2D Floodplain analysis using HEC-RAS and PCSWMM
- Attend and present project status updates at client meetings; Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness
- Meet and work directly with other design team members including project manager, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients
- Develop civil engineering plans using AutoDesk Civil3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads and GIS while applying knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards
- Perform field investigations to collect data, field measurements, photographs, sketches, and verify surveys as needed
- Provide office and site visit support for projects in construction
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- B.S. in Civil / Environmental Engineering or similar field
- Four (4) years of experience in Water Resources Engineering
- E.I.T. registration minimum requirement
- MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience
- Candidates will work in a diverse and challenging environment and must be capable of working on and coordinating simultaneous tasks and have ability to coordinate technical matters with public and private entities
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Registered P.E. highly preferred
- HEC-RAS and/or PCSWMM experience
- Civil3D/ORD experience
- Pondpack, HydroCAD, or similar stormwater routing software
OTHER DUTIES
This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
WHAT WE OFFER
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Much, much more!
WHY RK& K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!
Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, location, and other job-related factors.
INTRODUCTION
RK&K is currently hiring a Water Resources Engineer to work in our Roanoke, VA office. The Engineer should have experience with some or all the following areas to support municipal and transportation project designs: Stormwater Management, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Floodplain/Scour Modeling, and Watershed Studies, for various exciting projects throughout Virginia and surrounding States.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop, evaluate, and design stormwater management facilities to support municipal and transportation infrastructure projects across RK&K's vast portfolio
- Analyze and model stormwater conveyance systems and storage designs
- Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) design of culverts, bridges and dams and produce engineering drawings for stormwater control BMPs
- 1D and 2D Floodplain analysis using HEC-RAS and PCSWMM
- Attend and present project status updates at client meetings; Provide excellent client services with a focus on quality and timeliness
- Meet and work directly with other design team members including project manager, project engineers, design technicians, drafters, surveyors, contractors, inspectors, public agency officials, and clients
- Develop civil engineering plans using AutoDesk Civil3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads and GIS while applying knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards
- Perform field investigations to collect data, field measurements, photographs, sketches, and verify surveys as needed
- Provide office and site visit support for projects in construction
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- B.S. in Civil / Environmental Engineering or similar field
- Four (4) years of experience in Water Resources Engineering
- E.I.T. registration minimum requirement
- MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience
- Candidates will work in a diverse and challenging environment and must be capable of working on and coordinating simultaneous tasks and have ability to coordinate technical matters with public and private entities
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Registered P.E. highly preferred
- HEC-RAS and/or PCSWMM experience
- Civil3D/ORD experience
- Pondpack, HydroCAD, or similar stormwater routing software
OTHER DUTIES
This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
WHAT WE OFFER
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Much, much more!
WHY RK& K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!
Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, location, and other job-related factors.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Water Resources Engineer
Document your progressive experience carefully
PERM requires your employer to demonstrate you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Gather dated employment records, project summaries, and performance reviews that show progressive Water Resources Engineer responsibilities, since gaps or vague titles can slow the prevailing wage determination stage.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers with a confirmed history of green card sponsorship for engineering roles. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card filing activity, searchable by role and location, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored.
Look beyond federal agencies to consulting firms
Large environmental and civil engineering consultancies regularly sponsor water resources engineers through PERM. Many federal agencies cannot sponsor green cards directly due to appropriations rules, so private-sector and municipal contractors are your most practical targets.
Get a prevailing wage determination early
Your employer files the prevailing wage determination with OFLC before PERM recruitment begins. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your SOC code and metropolitan area so you can negotiate an offer that meets or exceeds the certified wage.
Understand your EB-2 versus EB-3 classification upfront
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, it likely files under EB-3. If it requires a master's or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 may apply. Your classification affects your priority date queue, particularly if you're a national of India or China.
Negotiate I-140 filing into your offer
Once PERM is certified, ask your employer to file the I-140 petition with USCIS promptly rather than deferring it. An approved I-140 locks in your priority date, and after 180 days you gain AC21 portability, which lets you move to a substantially similar role without losing your place in the queue.
Green Card Water Resources Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover water resources engineer roles?
Most water resources engineer positions qualify under EB-2 or EB-3. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in the field. EB-3 covers professionals whose position requires a bachelor's degree and skilled workers with at least two years of relevant experience. Your employer's job description and minimum requirements determine which category PERM is filed under.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status tied to a single employer. PERM requires your employer to test the labor market, obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, and file an I-140 petition with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of India and China can face significant priority-date backlogs before they can file for adjustment of status.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for water resources engineers?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history for engineering roles, searchable by location and job type. This saves time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship during interviews. Focus your search on environmental consulting firms, municipal utilities, and water infrastructure contractors, as these sectors file PERM for engineering roles most consistently.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers?
If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 job portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a substantially similar occupation without losing your priority date or restarting the PERM process. Your new employer doesn't need to refile PERM, but you'll want USCIS to confirm the portability claim is accepted before you transfer.
Can I use O*NET to understand what PERM requires for my job?
O*NET provides the occupational definition, typical duties, and required education for water resources engineer roles, which employers reference when drafting the PERM job description. Reviewing the O*NET profile for your SOC code before your employer begins PERM recruitment helps you verify that the posted minimum requirements accurately reflect the role, which matters if USCIS later audits the I-140 against the certified PERM application.