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RIVHAB is always open to connecting with people who want to explore career opportunities or learn what it’s like to help grow a small, collaborative business. Reach out anytime with questions at info@rivhab.net.

CURRENT OPENINGS

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BENEFITS & CULTURE

  • Application period closes February 20th

    Position Overview
    RIVHAB is seeking an Engineering Division Manager to guide complex, multidisciplinary restoration and infrastructure projects from concept through construction. This is a senior management-level role suited for an experienced engineer with 10+ years of professional practice and demonstrated leadership in river, stream, and watershed-related projects.

    The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, partners, and internal teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape project direction, mentor staff, and help grow RIVHAB’s capabilities and regional presence.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Project & Technical Leadership

    • Lead project planning, design, and delivery for river and stream restoration, fish passage, geomorphology, and watershed improvement projects.

    • Oversee development of engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.

    • Guide hydraulic modeling (1D/2D), design alternatives analyses, hydraulic calculations, design plans, and construction documentation.

    • Lead habitat assessments, watershed analyses, and promote the use of our UAV tools to monitor, assess, and improve restoration design.

    Client Coordination & Relationship Management

    • Serve as primary client contact and maintain long-term relationships with clients, including tribes, local, state and federal agencies, nonprofits, prime consultants, and private partners.

    • Represent RIVHAB in project meetings, site visits, and collaborative planning sessions.

    Team & Staff Development

    • Mentor junior engineers, EITs, and science staff; review technical work products for accuracy and quality.

    • Foster an interdisciplinary, supportive, and solution-oriented team environment.

    Permitting & Regulatory Support

    • QA/QC review and oversight of permit applications (CWA 404/401, ESA, state/local environmental permits).

    • Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support compliance throughout project phases.

    Construction Support

    • Provide construction-phase engineering services, including design interpretation, field observation, adaptive management, and collaboration with contractors.

    • Develop monitoring plans, including using remote sensing to advance the science of stream restoration.

    Business Development

    • Assist with proposal preparation, scoping, budgeting, and strategic planning to expand RIVHAB’s portfolio.

    • Contribute to RIVHAB’s growth through relationship-building, professional visibility, and technical leadership.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Water Resources Engineering, or related discipline.

    • 10+ years of professional experience with increasing technical and project management responsibility.

    • Professional Engineer (PE) license or Professional Geologist (PG) license.

    • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D, hydraulic modeling tools, GIS, and standard engineering software.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated success preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, proposals, and reports.

    • Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, hydraulics, and ecological restoration principles.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline.

    • Experience with 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling tools (HEC-RAS, SRH-2D, etc.).

    • Experience with field surveying, including UAS/drones to improve terrain modeling.

    • Experience with construction management and on-site field services.

    • Familiarity with federal, state, and local permitting processes.

    • Proven history managing multi-stakeholder, grant-funded, or agency-led projects.

  • Application period closes February 20th

    Position Overview
    RIVHAB is seeking an early career professional (Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geomorphologist) to support our team of Professional Engineers (PEs) in the planning, design, analysis, and implementation of river, stream, and watershed-related projects. The EIT role is developmental and intended to build experience toward PE licensure.

    The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, enthusiasm for learning, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, partners, and internal teams. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting project planning, design, and implementation while working closely with experienced staff. The ideal candidate will contribute to project development, build professional skills toward licensure, and support RIVHAB’s continued growth and regional presence. Conference attendance and professional development opportunities are provided to support your growth toward licensure. If you feel you may be qualified, are curious about the position, or would like to learn more about the benefits package, please reach out at info@rivhab.net to start the conversation!

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Support project planning, analysis, and design under the supervision of licensed engineers

    • Assist with preparation of drawings, calculations, and technical documentation

    • Support field data collection, site visits, and construction observations

    • Contribute to permitting, reporting, and agency coordination efforts

    • Collaborate with project teams to meet scope, schedule, and quality objectives

    • Apply engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and QA/QC procedures

    • Contribute to RIVHAB’s growth through relationship-building, professional visibility, and technical leadership.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Ecological Engineering or Geology with focus on fluvial geomorphology, water resources, or related discipline.

    • 0–2 years of professional experience, with progressive technical responsibility in pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

    • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D, hydraulic modeling tools, GIS, and standard engineering software.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated success preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, proposals, and reports.

    • Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, hydraulics, and ecological restoration principles.

To apply for a position, please upload your resume, a cover letter, and hit ‘submit application’ using the link provided on this webpage. By submitting your application, you certify that all information provided is true, accurate, and complete to the best of your knowledge. You also understand that any false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in the rejection of your application or, if discovered after acceptance, the revocation of any associated employment agreements or benefits. You can also reach our hiring manager at info@rivhab.net.

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including bonus structuring, 100% employer-paid medical and health insurance, and a 401K plan with employer match. Our team enjoys paid time off and flexible schedules, along with support for professional growth and development opportunities. You'll have the unique ability to work in diverse and stunning riverscapes across the Pacific Northwest, joining a team of outdoor enthusiasts doing meaningful engineering and construction work that makes a difference.

RIVHAB is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

CURRENT OPENINGS

  • Application period closes February 20th

    Position Overview
    RIVHAB is seeking an Engineering Division Manager to guide complex, multidisciplinary restoration and infrastructure projects from concept through construction. This is a senior management-level role suited for an experienced engineer with 10+ years of professional practice and demonstrated leadership in river, stream, and watershed-related projects.

    The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, partners, and internal teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape project direction, mentor staff, and help grow RIVHAB’s capabilities and regional presence.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Project & Technical Leadership

    • Lead project planning, design, and delivery for river and stream restoration, fish passage, geomorphology, and watershed improvement projects.

    • Oversee development of engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.

    • Guide hydraulic modeling (1D/2D), design alternatives analyses, hydraulic calculations, design plans, and construction documentation.

    • Lead habitat assessments, watershed analyses, and promote the use of our UAV tools to monitor, assess, and improve restoration design.

    Client Coordination & Relationship Management

    • Serve as primary client contact and maintain long-term relationships with clients, including tribes, local, state and federal agencies, nonprofits, prime consultants, and private partners.

    • Represent RIVHAB in project meetings, site visits, and collaborative planning sessions.

    Team & Staff Development

    • Mentor junior engineers, EITs, and science staff; review technical work products for accuracy and quality.

    • Foster an interdisciplinary, supportive, and solution-oriented team environment.

    Permitting & Regulatory Support

    • QA/QC review and oversight of permit applications (CWA 404/401, ESA, state/local environmental permits).

    • Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support compliance throughout project phases.

    Construction Support

    • Provide construction-phase engineering services, including design interpretation, field observation, adaptive management, and collaboration with contractors.

    • Develop monitoring plans, including using remote sensing to advance the science of stream restoration.

    Business Development

    • Assist with proposal preparation, scoping, budgeting, and strategic planning to expand RIVHAB’s portfolio.

    • Contribute to RIVHAB’s growth through relationship-building, professional visibility, and technical leadership.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Water Resources Engineering, or related discipline.

    • 10+ years of professional experience with increasing technical and project management responsibility.

    • Professional Engineer (PE) license or Professional Geologist (PG) license.

    • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D, hydraulic modeling tools, GIS, and standard engineering software.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated success preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, proposals, and reports.

    • Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, hydraulics, and ecological restoration principles.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline.

    • Experience with 1D and 2D hydraulic modeling tools (HEC-RAS, SRH-2D, etc.).

    • Experience with field surveying, including UAS/drones to improve terrain modeling.

    • Experience with construction management and on-site field services.

    • Familiarity with federal, state, and local permitting processes.

    • Proven history managing multi-stakeholder, grant-funded, or agency-led projects.

  • Application period closes February 20th

    Position Overview
    RIVHAB is seeking an early career professional (Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Geomorphologist) to support our team of Professional Engineers (PEs) in the planning, design, analysis, and implementation of river, stream, and watershed-related projects. The EIT role is developmental and intended to build experience toward PE licensure.

    The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, enthusiasm for learning, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, partners, and internal teams. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting project planning, design, and implementation while working closely with experienced staff. The ideal candidate will contribute to project development, build professional skills toward licensure, and support RIVHAB’s continued growth and regional presence. Conference attendance and professional development opportunities are provided to support your growth toward licensure. If you feel you may be qualified, are curious about the position, or would like to learn more about the benefits package, please reach out at info@rivhab.net to start the conversation!

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Support project planning, analysis, and design under the supervision of licensed engineers

    • Assist with preparation of drawings, calculations, and technical documentation

    • Support field data collection, site visits, and construction observations

    • Contribute to permitting, reporting, and agency coordination efforts

    • Collaborate with project teams to meet scope, schedule, and quality objectives

    • Apply engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and QA/QC procedures

    • Contribute to RIVHAB’s growth through relationship-building, professional visibility, and technical leadership.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Ecological Engineering or Geology with focus on fluvial geomorphology, water resources, or related discipline.

    • 0–2 years of professional experience, with progressive technical responsibility in pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

    • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D, hydraulic modeling tools, GIS, and standard engineering software.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated success preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates, proposals, and reports.

    • Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, hydraulics, and ecological restoration principles.

TO APPLY

To apply for a position, please upload your resume, a cover letter, and hit ‘submit application’ using the link provided on this webpage. By submitting your application, you certify that all information provided is true, accurate, and complete to the best of your knowledge. You also understand that any false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in the rejection of your application or, if discovered after acceptance, the revocation of any associated employment agreements or benefits. You can also reach our hiring manager at info@rivhab.net.

BENEFITS & CULTURE

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including bonus structuring, 100% employer-paid medical and health insurance, and a 401K plan with employer match. Our team enjoys paid time off and flexible schedules, along with support for professional growth and development opportunities. You'll have the unique ability to work in diverse and stunning riverscapes across the Pacific Northwest, joining a team of outdoor enthusiasts doing meaningful engineering and construction work that makes a difference.

RIVHAB is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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