Job Description

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Structural Water Resources Engineer to join their Climate Adaptation and Water Management teams in San Francisco or Los Angeles. The role involves delivering engineering and consulting services for projects focused on shoreline stability, flood risk reduction, and infrastructure resilience, while managing project budgets and schedules.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline
15+ years of relevant experience
Professional Engineer license in California
Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline (preferred)
Structural Engineer license in California (preferred)
Proficiency in structural analysis and design software such as STAAD, MathCAD, AutoCAD, and Revit (preferred)
Progressive experience in structural engineering, with a focus on infrastructure projects related to water management, flood control, and seismic resilience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead structural analysis, design, and construction efforts for climate adaptation projects
Serve as a project manager and technical lead across a diverse range of projects
Oversee design development, evaluate solutions, and guide construction implementation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable structural solutions
Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to ensure successful completion
Travel for project-related activities, including client meetings and site visits

Benefits

Employees at Arcadis are often offered a supportive, inclusive culture with internal mobility, extensive learning and development resources, and the flexibility to choose benefits that fit their needs (varying by country). Many roles also emphasize purpose and community—through sustainability initiatives, charitable programs like Shelter, and regular social and volunteer events—so people can grow their careers while making a positive impact.