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Engineer II

Ducks Unlimited, Inc.
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Engineer II – Grand Island, NE Field Office

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., (DU) the world’s leading wetlands and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a motivated civil engineer to join our team.  The successful applicant will become part of a committed team of biologists and engineers dedicated to the planning, design, and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects. Operating within the Great Plains Region, which spans seven states, the Grand Island Field Office primarily serves Nebraska, Kansas, and South Dakota. This role provides substantial job satisfaction for individuals passionate about wildlife conservation.

Qualifications:

  • Education: B.S. in Civil or Agricultural Engineering or equivalent degree from an EAC/ABET accredited engineering program
  • Certification: Registered EIT or PE, with the willingness to obtain registration in assigned states.
  • Preferred qualifications:
    • Knowledge of hydrologic modeling, structure hydraulics, open channel flow, earthen dams, spillways, gates, structures, pipes, erosion control, riverbank stabilization, construction staking, inspection, cost estimation, and project management. 
    • Experience with topographic surveys and construction staking using Trimble RTK GPS equipment.
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D is essential for creating surfaces from ground-based surveys and LiDAR data/maps, developing construction plans and exhibits, and generating earthwork quantities. Ability to create alignments, corridors, feature lines, profiles, and gradings is crucial.

Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary. Candidates should exhibit self- motivation, goal orientation, and problem-solving abilities within a collaborative team environment. Candidate must be able to perform strenuous outdoor activities in challenging environmental conditions, often requiring the use of an ATV.

Responsibilities:

Ducks Unlimited Engineers handle a range of wetland, riparian, and associated habitat restoration projects, from start to finish. The project life cycle encompasses scoping and proposal development, surveying, drafting, engineering design, project bidding,  construction staking, field inspections, and construction management. Building and maintaining strong relationships with local, state, and federal personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners is crucial for project success. The position required occasional overnight travel and work outside normal business hours, although most travel consists of day trips. While weekend work is rare, commitment to project timelines and goals is essential.

Specific duties include:

  • Collaborate with biological staff to prepare proposal scopes of work and budgets.
  • Interpret, adapt, and apply principles of engineering, surveying, and construction management.
  • Develop comprehensive engineering designs, reports, project plans, and technical specifications.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide support  for  permit application  development.
  • Conduct field inspections and oversee construction management as necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and schedules by consultants and contractors.
  • Serve as a contracting officer, creating bidding documents and managing budgets to ensure contract compliance.
  • Perform fieldwork, including strenuous outdoor activities in challenging  environmental conditions, and independently working in remote areas. Using an ATV as required.
  • Willingness to work outside normal business hours, travel overnight, and occasional  travel for extended periods. Weekend work is a rare occurrence.
  • Supervise technician staff and serve as a representative of DU with stakeholders.

Benefits/Pay: Pay will be based on experience and education with a variable compensation incentive program. DU offers an exceptional benefit package, including comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage; three weeks paid vacation;  paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays; 401(k) plan (including partial employer match); and tuition reimbursement.

Application Instructions: To apply, submit a cover letter, a resume, and three professional references. 

Please apply at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7deee1c0-b159-4fdc-8bdb-3f1d87c47510&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=515428 . 

For additional information, contact Casey Campbell at 308-385-8832 or ccampbell@ducks.org. 

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

DUCKS UNLIMITED IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.