WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER

The Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (Commission), the nationally regarded regional
planning agency for the seven county greater Milwaukee area, and the designated Metropolitan Planning
Organization for the five urbanized areas within southeastern Wisconsin, is seeking applicants for a Water
Resources Engineer
Make an Impact on Our Region’s Future!
Are you driven by solving regional-level issues? Are you passionate about collaborating with colleagues
and partners to provide best-in-class research that educates the public? The Commission provides these
and other opportunities by ensuring that the Region is positioned to provide economic, environmental,
and equitable value now and in the future. Our team of ~70 staff with a wide range of expertise is focused
on continuously improving the quality of life for the Region.
Who We Are Looking For
The Commission is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our diverse team of planners,
engineers and specialists focused on addressing issues that transcend the political boundaries and fiscal
capabilities of individual communities. The successful individual will be part of an interdisciplinary team
identifying, planning, and conducting water resource management projects.
Core Responsibilities:
• Conduct hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality modeling for stormwater and floodplain
analyses.
• Prepare flood hazard maps and systems level plans.
• Conduct field work and data collection.
• Compose technical writing and contribute written technical content to reports and plans.
• Collaborate with staff from State agencies, local governments, and non-governmental entities.
Core Requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in hydrology and hydraulics
• A minimum of three years of related work experience and/or a master’s degree preferred
• Experience with technical writing, report composition, and the display of charts, maps and graphs
to convey technical information
• Proficiency with Microsoft software
• Proficiency with ESRI mapping and analytics (ArcGIS Pro), HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and SWMM
preferred
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $80,000 depending upon education, experience, and
placement with the organizational structure. A salary exceeding this range may be considered for highly
qualified applicants.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer outstanding benefits and a great work environment:
• Comprehensive benefits program (excellent medical, dental and vision benefits, life insurance,
long-term disability, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, accrued sick time, retirement savings plan
with employer match)
• Healthy work-life balance, including hybrid work schedule (up to 3 days remote)
See the Employment Opportunities page of the Commission’s website for more information on the
Commission’s benefits.
At this time, the Commission does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the
applicant’s valid status to work in the United States.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail or mail to:
Elizabeth Larsen, Director of Administration, Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission
W239 N1812 Rockwood Drive | P.O. Box 1607 | Waukesha, WI 53187
Email: elarsen@sewrpc.org | www.sewrpc.org
This position will remain open until filled. We look forward to meeting you!