An established, employee-owned environmental consultancy is seeking a Project-Level Restoration Engineer to support and grow its ecological restoration practice across North Carolina and the Southeast, with additional involvement in projects nationwide.
This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong background in stream, wetland, and living shoreline restoration, applied hydraulics, and geomorphology. The position offers hybrid or fully remote working within the Charlotte metro area and the chance to work on meaningful, science-driven environmental projects.
The role can be hired at Assistant or Associate level depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on level, responsibilities may include:
- Supporting or leading engineering design for stream, wetland, and coastal restoration projects
- Developing ecological restoration construction plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Conducting hydraulic, hydrologic, and water quality modelling (e.g. HEC-RAS)
- Participating in fieldwork including site assessments, geomorphic evaluations, and construction observation
- Collaborating with project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget
- Supporting safety planning and field safety practices
- Mentoring junior engineers (Associate level)
- Managing small to medium-sized tasks or projects with increasing autonomy
Occasional travel (up to 25%) is required for site visits and client meetings.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Biological, Agricultural, or Coastal)
- EI certification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in ecosystem or restoration design
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D for construction plans
- Experience using hydraulic and hydrologic modelling software (HEC-RAS or similar)
- Willingness to travel short-term for fieldwork
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) licence
- 5+ years’ experience in ecological or restoration engineering
- Experience leading tasks or managing small projects
- Experience mentoring junior staff
What’s on Offer
- Competitive hourly pay with performance bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Paid maternity & paternity leave
- Tuition assistance & professional development support
- Disability & life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee ownership (ESOP)
- Flexible working arrangements (office, hybrid, or remote)
- Structured career development with clear progression pathways
This organisation is known for its people-first culture, long-term career investment, and commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Application Process
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews will be scheduled as suitable candidates are identified. The role may close without notice once a strong shortlist is achieved.
INDJV
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
