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 (H&H) modeling, geospatial and statistical 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 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.).
Assist with pre and post‑fire hydrologic hazard analyses, including mud/debris flow and hillslope erosion and sediment transport studies, and conceptual hazard mitigation project prescriptions.
Conduct geospatial and geostatistical analysis and prepare graphics and maps to communicate results with programs such as ArcGIS, R, Python, etc.
Support data collection, analysis, and field investigations as needed.
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 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.
Passion for water resources engineering and enthusiasm for professional growth.
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, R and/or Python).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with analysis of post-fire hydrologic hazards.
Preferred Qualifications
EIT certification (PE licensure path expected).
Experience with additional H&H modeling tools (e.g., SWMM, FLO-2D, or GIS-based H&H tools).
Experience with local stormwater design standards and permitting in Colorado.
Familiarity with MHFD criteria and manuals.
Experience with FEMA analysis and permitting.
Design experience with AutoCAD.
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.
Assistant Project Manager — Denver
WWE is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with 5 or more years of experience in environmental permitting/compliance or project management and a desire to take on responsibilities for environmental permitting delivery, 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 independently and within project teams. Effective written and verbal communication skills and professional integrity are essential.
This position will support project delivery for WWE’s stormwater management services, with opportunities to expand into other regulatory compliance services, if desired. This is a full-time position based in WWE’s Denver office. Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or GIS and experience with linear utility construction projects are both desirable traits. The position will involve a mix of time in the field and time in the office.
Representative Responsibilities
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.
Synthesize information provided by clients to develop Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs) that effectively address pollution in stormwater runoff in the context of project needs and constraints. Manage the municipal review and resubmittal process for these SWMPs.
Monitor compliance during construction and adapt approaches to new conditions when warranted.
Educate clients and client contractors on compliance requirements.
Oversee inspections of construction sites and post-construction stormwater control measures for compliance with environmental regulations and project requirements. Provide guidance to WWE’s stormwater inspectors, and conduct inspections when conditions warrant.
Provide technical oversight, direction, and quality control for junior engineers and scientists supporting permitting and compliance tasks.
Contribute to proposals, scopes of work, and client communication related to stormwater compliance services.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
5 or more years of experience developing, implementing, and/or inspecting SWMPs. This may include experience working on a construction team responsible for implementing SWMPs at its own construction sites.
A high degree of professionalism, time management, analytical thinking, accountability, adaptability, 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.
Familiarity with linear utility construction projects.
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/Controller (bknudsen@wrightwater.com) with the subject line "Assistant Project Manager."
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. Candidates interested in summer 2027 internships are encouraged to check this location in the winter of 2026/2027.