Ecological Restoration Designer/Engineer

Provide technical and physical support to water and natural resource projects relating to restoration ecology, landscape design and management, and green infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Support restoration design planning/layout/permitting.

Lead and participate in the development of plans, details, and specifications for restoration projects as a member of the design team.

Provide drafting and design using AutoCAD (AutoCAD Civil 3D).

Assist with water resources projects including tasks associated with field data collection, construction oversight, document preparation and file management.

Provide construction observation.

Conduct surface water and water quality calculations, data analysis, for restoration, green infrastructure, hydraulics/hydrology and permit applications.

Prepare technical memos and reports.

Contribute to a positive and professional environment.

Foster an environment emphasizing safety awareness and the safe performance of your work.

Education & Experience:

• 5-7 years' experience, bachelor's degree in engineering, restoration ecology, Landscape Architecture, or similar discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual communications and meeting platforms.
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D to design and draft construction drawings.
• Background and knowledge in stream mechanics, natural channel design, aquatic and/or terrestrial ecology, fisheries, GIS, and GPS equipment a plus.

Job Essentials:

• Traveling to client sites that will require occasional overnight and/or extended travel.
• Working in the field during all types of weather conditions (hot and cold) as well as in and around lakes, rivers, streams; and industrial facilities
• Use of marine vessels
• Field work may include lifting objects up to 50 lb
• Maintain a valid driver's license with clean driving record.

ECT is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary natural resources and environmental consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients by integrating science, engineering, technology, planning, and management systems to provide practical solutions to complex challenges. ECT maintains a drug-free environment and is an affirmative action (AA) and equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer