Join a forward-thinking engineering firm that’s advancing water infrastructure across California and Arizona. Known for its award-winning projects and collaborative culture, this team blends technical excellence with environmental stewardship. Hydraulic modelers here play a key role in designing and optimizing systems that support sustainable communities—analyzing flow, pressure, and performance across potable water, recycled water, and wastewater networks. Key Responsibilities Develop and calibrate hydraulic models for water and wastewater systems using tools such as WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, and InfoWater Perform system analyses including flow, pressure, surge, and capacity evaluations Support master planning and infrastructure assessments for municipalities and private developments Collaborate with engineers and designers to integrate modeling results into design documents Assist in preparing technical reports, exhibits, and presentations for clients and agencies Analyze pump station performance, storage requirements, and distribution system behavior Contribute to permitting documentation and regulatory compliance (SDWA, NPDES, Title 22) Participate in field data collection, flow testing, and GIS integration Maintain organized model files and documentation for QA/QC and future use Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred) 3–10 years of experience in hydraulic modeling for water/wastewater systems Proficiency in WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, or similar modeling software Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D (for coordination with design teams) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and technical writing abilities Understanding of regulatory frameworks including SDWA, NPDES, and Title 22 Desired Skills Experience with GIS-based modeling and data integration Familiarity with BioWin, wellhead treatment systems, and surge analysis Exposure to sustainable design practices and LEED or Envision principles Ability to mentor junior staff or coordinate small modeling tasks Experience with proposal writing or client presentations Why You’ll Love Working Here Contribute to high-profile projects like the Santa Monica Advanced Water Treatment Facility and SoFi Stadium’s integrated lake system Thrive in a supportive, innovation-driven environment that values technical growth Enjoy a flexible, balanced workplace culture with strong mentorship Perks & Benefits Include: Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA & PPO options) Up to $3,000/year reimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses $100/quarter for personal wellness (gym, nutrition, CPR training) Fitbit incentive program (earn up to $300/quarter) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work-Life Balance: PTO and paid holidays Bereavement leave Flexible work arrangements Career Development: Tuition and training reimbursement Professional license and exam fee reimbursement Association dues covered Monthly in-house training + 100+ recorded courses Mentorship and leadership development “10-Talks” lunch & learns every 10th day of the year Financial Security: Generous biannual bonuses based on company profitability and individual contributions Potential for future ownership 401(k) with discretionary matching (currently 50% up to 10% of salary) Life and AD&D insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage Employee referral bonus program Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $160000.00/yr. • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents: Two HSA programs with a $0 premium option, two PPO programs, and various dental plans• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care• Reimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (e.g., co-pays, deductibles); Up to $2050 per year for out-of-pocket medical expenses if on the company's insurance plan. If not on the plan, up to $3000 per year• Reimbursement for personal wellness programs (e.g., gym memberships); $100 per quarter for personal wellness expenses such as gym memberships, nutrition classes, or first aid/CPR training ( Offered every 2 years, paid for by the company)• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling, legal, and financial services• Fitbit health incentive program; can earn up to $300/quarter for steps and active minutes Work-Life Balance• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays• Bereavement leave• Flexible work arrangements Career Development• Tuition and training reimbursement• Reimbursement for professional license and exam fees• Association dues reimbursement• Monthly in-house training sessions and access to 100+ recorded courses• Mentorship programs and leadership development opportunities• 10- talks - lunch and learns every 10th day of year Financial Security• Privately held (not an ESOP), allowing for generous and flexible bonus distributed twice a year based on company profitability, role, tenure, and individual contributions• Potential for future ownership—can become key stakeholders • Employee referral bonus program• 401(k) with discretionary matching based on quarterly basis profit -- have been doing 50% lately up to 10% of salary on quarterly basis• Life and AD&D insurance• Short-term and long-term disability insurance Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fountain Valley,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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