Wright Water Engineers, Inc. (WWE) is a well-respected, employee-owned consulting engineering firm specializing in water resources, environmental, and civil engineering. Since 1961, we’ve partnered with clients across the U.S. on complex, multidisciplinary projects. With offices in Denver, Glenwood Springs, and Durango, Colorado, our team of engineers, biologists, chemists, geologists, hydrogeologists, hydrologists, and scientists is united by a shared dedication to excellence, innovation, and environmental stewardship.
WWE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and is a drug-free workplace. We encourage qualified female, minority, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
Water Resources ENGINEER – Denver
WWE is seeking an early to mid-level Water Resources Engineer with 2–5 years of professional experience to support water resources projects in our Denver, Colorado office. This role provides the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, develop technical expertise, build project management skills, and grow as part of a collaborative team of engineers and scientists. The ideal candidate will have foundational hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, spatial analysis, and drainage design skills, as well as interest and capacity to expand their skills into new areas such as mud and debris flow modeling, water quality modeling, continuous simulation, stormwater criteria development, and stormwater design, as examples.
Representative Responsibilities
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling with HEC‑HMS and HEC‑RAS (1D/2D). Learn and apply additional H&H methods, programs, and tools as needed (e.g., SWMM, HY‑8, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox, Mile High Flood District (MHFD) workbooks, etc.).
Support stormwater and drainage studies, including watershed master planning and modeling; floodplain mapping, analysis, and permitting; stormwater criteria development; and drainage system evaluation and design at conceptual, preliminary, and final design stages.
Assist with pre and post‑fire hydrologic hazard analyses, including mud/debris flow and hillslope erosion and sediment transport studies.
Support data collection, analysis, and field investigations as needed.
Assist with preparing technical reports, calculations, exhibits, and design documents.
Work collaboratively with project managers, senior engineers, and clients.
Participate in QA/QC processes and internal technical reviews.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in civil/environmental engineering or a closely related field.
2-5 years of professional experience in water resources, hydrology, hydraulics, or stormwater engineering.
Experience with H&H modeling software, including HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D). Knowledge of other models is desirable, and the ability to learn new models is essential.
Proficiency with common engineering tools (e.g., GIS, Excel, and/or AutoCAD).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
EI certification (PE licensure path expected).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with spatial analysis and statistics (strong preference).
Familiarity with MHFD criteria and manuals.
Experience with local stormwater design standards and permitting in Colorado.
Experience with additional modeling tools (e.g., SWMM, FLO-2D, or GIS or AutoCAD-based H&H tools).
Experience with FEMA analysis and permitting.
Passion for water resources engineering and enthusiasm for professional growth.
Compensation/Benefits
Full-time position with annual salary range of $70,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus discretionary quarterly bonus program.
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan.
Additional perks such as flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and profit sharing.
Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, two references, and a writing sample to Beth Knudsen (bknudsen@wrightwater.com) with “Water Resources Engineer” in the subject line.
Senior Stormwater Management Specialist – Denver
WWE is seeking a Senior Stormwater Management Specialist with 5 or more years of experience in stormwater management and permitting for construction activities and/or Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) and a desire to take on more responsibilities for project management, client interactions, and business development. The successful candidate will use their problem-solving skills, big-picture critical thinking, passion for learning, and strong work ethic to thrive both independently and within project teams. Effective written and verbal communication skills and professional integrity are essential for contributing to a cohesive company culture and building trusting relationships with clients, public agencies, and other employees.
This position will primarily support project delivery for WWE’s stormwater management services, with opportunities to expand into wetland delineation and regulatory compliance services, if desired. The qualified candidate will work full-time out of WWE’s Denver office. Success in this role will require a high degree of professionalism, time management, clear communication, analytical thinking, accountability, and decision quality. Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or GIS is desirable.
Representative Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and manage construction stormwater permitting under the Colorado Discharge Permit System (CDPS).
Assess proposed projects for potential impacts and determine whether floodplain, wetland, construction stormwater, and/or groundwater dewatering discharge permits may apply.
Collaborate with WWE subject-area experts on permitting requirements, and coordinate and assist with preparation of permit applications and supporting documentation.
Develop Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs) to effectively address pollution in stormwater runoff and manage the municipal review and resubmittal process for these SWMPs.
Oversee inspections of construction sites and post-construction stormwater control measures to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and project requirements. Provide guidance to WWE’s stormwater inspectors, and conduct inspections when conditions warrant.
Support or lead MS4-related permitting and compliance tasks.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies regarding stormwater requirements and compliance strategies.
Serve as staff expert on stormwater regulations and permitting in Colorado and other states where WWE conducts work.
Provide technical oversight, direction, and quality control for junior engineers and scientists supporting permitting and compliance tasks.
Review inspection reports, corrective actions, and compliance documentation.
Assist with permit modifications, enforcement response support, and compliance audits.
Contribute to proposals, scopes of work, and client communication related to stormwater compliance services.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental science.
5 or more years of experience developing, implementing, and/or inspecting SWMPs.
A high degree of professionalism, time management, analytical thinking, accountability, and decision quality.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with MS4 permits and post-construction stormwater requirements.
Professional certification (CPESC, CISEC, or similar) or progress toward certification.
Experience responding to regulatory inquiries or enforcement actions.
Interest in expanding skills to include wetland and non-wetland water delineations and permitting under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
Compensation/Benefits
Full-time position in Denver office with a salary range of $75,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus a discretionary quarterly bonus program.
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance plans, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan.
Additional perks, such as flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health reimbursement arrangement, profit-sharing, and a discretionary bonus program.
Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry.
How to Apply
Please send cover letter, resume, and references to Beth Knudsen, Chief Administrative Officer, at bknudsen@wrightwater.com with “Senior Stormwater Management Specialist” in the subject line.
WATER RIGHTS Specialist
WWE is seeking a Water Rights Specialist with 2-5 years of experience to support water rights evaluations, due diligence, water rights accounting, water supply planning, and support for preparation of expert reports for water rights adjudications. The selected candidate must have the ability to analyze technical documents, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and work seamlessly with multiple project staff. This role will support work in WWE’s Denver, Durango, and Glenwood Springs offices.
Key Responsibilities
Perform water rights research, evaluations, and due diligence for surface water and groundwater systems.
Prepare water rights summaries, tables, and exhibits for engineering studies and water court applications.
Assist with preparation of diligence filings, change cases, augmentation plans, and substitute water supply plans.
Analyze diversion records, decrees, well permits, and administrative call data.
Support water supply planning studies for municipal, industrial, agricultural, and development clients.
Coordinate with project engineers, hydrogeologists, surveyors, and legal counsel.
Interact with state agencies such as the Colorado Division of Water Resources and local water providers.
Assist with client communication and technical memoranda preparation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology, water resources, geology, environmental science, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience working with Colorado water rights or water resources.
Working knowledge of Colorado water law and administration (prior appropriation system).
Experience reviewing decrees, well permits, and diversion records.
Strong technical writing and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and data management tools.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a consulting environment.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Expertise with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
Meticulous attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting water court applications or working with water attorneys.
Familiarity with groundwater/surface water interactions and augmentation concepts.
Experience with Colorado Decision Support System (CDSS) TSTools, StateMod, StateCU, or other water resources modeling tools.
EI certification or progress toward PE licensure
Compensation/Benefits
Full-time position with a salary range of $70,000–90,000, based on experience, education, and skills (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus a discretionary quarterly bonus program.
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan.
Additional perks such as flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and profit sharing.
Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Beth Knudsen (bknudsen@wrightwater.com) with the subject line "Water Rights Specialist."
Stream Restoration Engineer, Glenwood Springs or Denver
WWE is seeking a Stream Restoration Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to support and lead stream and river restoration projects throughout Colorado. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys combining technical design, fieldwork, and collaboration, and who wants to grow their role in restoration-focused water resources engineering under the mentorship of WWE’s practice area leaders.
This role offers the opportunity to apply hydrologic, hydraulic, and design skills to restore a range of stream systems, from natural but degraded mountain streams in western Colorado to highly modified urban streams in the Denver metro area. The engineer will gain both technical and project management skills, with increasing responsibility and independence expected over time.
Representative Responsibilities
Support and develop stream and river restoration designs, including channel grading and alignment, in-stream structures and bank stabilization, floodplain and overbank restoration, and habitat enhancement, including fish passage features.
Assist with geomorphic assessments, field data collection, and construction observations.
Assist with the design of in-stream structures (e.g., diversions and culverts).
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support restoration design.
Prepare design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
Contribute to technical reports, permitting documents, and agency coordination.
Provide technical assistance for related areas of practice (e.g., mud and debris flow studies, stormwater planning and design projects, and more)
Work closely with senior engineers, geomorphologists, ecologists, and construction teams.
Participate in field visits and provide construction support throughout Colorado.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field.
2–5 years of professional experience in stream restoration, river engineering, or water resources design.
Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-SSP, HEC-RAS or similar tools).
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D for plan production.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
EI certification (or ability to obtain); interest in pursuing PE licensure.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with stream restoration approaches and ability to adapt methods to different settings.
Familiarity with Colorado mountain stream systems.
Experience with permitting (e.g., 404, floodplain development permits, state or local reviews).
Familiarity with MHFD stream design approaches and criteria.
Prior work experience as a consulting engineer.
Construction observation or contractor coordination experience.
GIS experience for analysis and mapping.
Compensation/Benefits
Full-time position with a salary range of $70,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus a discretionary quarterly bonus program.
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan.
Additional perks such as flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and profit sharing.
Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Beth Knudsen (bknudsen@wrightwater.com) with “Stream Restoration Engineer” in the subject line.
Internships
Each year, WWE hires two college-level engineering students as summer interns to learn about consulting water resources engineering and to provide engineering support to our staff. Our summer 2026 internships have been filled. Candidates interested in summer 2027 internships are encouraged to check this location in the winter of 2026/2027.