Junior Engineer

Title: Junior Engineer

Location: Bellingham, WA

Required Education:  M.S. Degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering is preferred

Who Are We?

Anchor QEA is an environmental science and engineering consulting firm that is focused on improving the environment and our communities by solving challenging problems. We employ more than 350 people in offices around the United States. Our vision is for a growing company that is our clients’ first choice for solving their most challenging problems and our employees’ first choice as a company where they want to work. We believe engaged staff lead to great client service and to a financially strong company—in that order. Our work environment fosters personal and professional growth for employees by providing autonomy, a clear vision, and the ability to master their skill set.  Learn more about Anchor QEA at www.anchorqea.com

What’s the Opportunity?

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time junior-level engineer in our Bellingham, WA office. This position will support habitat restoration planning, analysis, design, and construction projects throughout the pacific northwest. The applicant will have 0-2 years’ of experience on river and stream restoration projects providing field assessments, data collection and analysis, hydraulic modeling, fluvial geomorphology, and restoration design and construction. An M.S. degree in civil or hydraulic engineering is preferred. An understanding of and experience with fluvial, coastal, and estuarine systems is required, as well as experience with GIS and CAD platforms and standard hydrologic, hydraulic, and data analysis software. Proficiency in 1D and 2D hydrodynamic modeling is strongly desired. Knowledge of Washington State’s environmental planning and regulatory environment and knowledge of fisheries biology in the Pacific Northwest are desired. 

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Performing hydrologic, hydraulic, and geomorphic analysis


• Managing and participating in the collection of field data; completing complex analyses and calculations both independently and with oversight


• Preparing design plans and specifications for restoration projects with oversight


• Development and technical review of project work and reports, as well as assisting in the development of proposals and project budgets.


• Developing construction planning and observation documentation

Providing construction observation and management

What Are We Looking For?

Ideal candidates will have the following:

• Ideal candidates will have the following:


• M.S. degree in civil or hydraulic engineering is preferred


• GIS and CAD platforms standard hydrologic, hydraulic, and data analysis software


• Proficiency in 1D and 2D hydrodynamic modeling is strongly desired


• Ability to excel in a fast paced, detail and client service-oriented team environment and have proven ability to work across disciplines internally and externally


• Work well in diverse multi-disciplinary project teams


• Strong written and verbal communications skills are a must.

What Can You Expect?

A collaborative work environment where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic self. We offer a competitive salary; bonus program; medical, dental and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability programs; flexible schedules; a retirement plan with company match; and paid time off.

How to Apply?

Apply online through our AQ Career’s page https://www.anchorqea.com/careers/  and attach your resume and relevant documents that showcase your experience and fit for the opportunity.   Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Anchor QEA is committed to a diverse, multi-cultural work environment. Anchor QEA does not discriminate in employment based on age, race, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.