Civil Engineer, Water Infrastructure
Stantec
Are you a highly motivated individual looking to continue your career in coastal engineering? Stantec is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our team based out of our Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Louisiana offices. As a leader in the coastal engineering industry, Stantec offers a wealth of expertise and a dynamic team environment. Our Water-US Gulf Team is at the forefront of a wide variety of coastal projects across the Gulf, making this an exciting time to join us.
At Stantec, we are committed to meeting our clients’ needs while fostering growth and development opportunities for our staff. As a team member, you will have the chance to contribute to multiple facets of coastal engineering and develop experience supporting the engineering, design, and construction management of large-scale flood control and water resources infrastructure projects. Typical projects include:
Civil Site design
Flood protection structures
Pump stations
Levees
Floodwalls
Drainage systems
Associated civil works
This position will work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and construction teams to deliver resilient infrastructure for private and public-sector clients.
Your Key Responsibilities
Assist with planning, design, and analysis of flood control structures, including levees, pump stations, floodwalls, floodgates, and drainage facilities
Prepare engineering calculations, technical memoranda, and design reports
Develop and review construction drawings and specifications under the supervision of licensed engineers
Support construction management activities, including shop drawing review, RFIs, submittals, and field observations
Assist with quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and schedules
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (structural, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical)
Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
Support quality control and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
2+ years of relevant experience in civil, water resources, or flood protection projects
EI required; PE license or progress toward licensure preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with flood control, water resources, or civil works projects
Familiarity with pump stations, levees, floodwalls, or hydraulic structures
Experience working with public-sector clients (e.g., USACE, state or local agencies)
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or similar engineering software
Experience in Construction phase support or field experience
Working Conditions
Combination of office and field work
Occasional travel to project sites and construction locations
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work on high-impact flood protection and infrastructure projects
Mentorship and professional development toward licensure
Collaborative team environment with exposure to all phases of project delivery
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | LA | Baton Rouge
Organization: 2243 Water-US Delivery-Baton Rouge LA
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 13/03/2026 05:03:56
Req ID: 1004844
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.