Stormwater Drainage Engineer


Phoenix
Permanent
$95,000 - $115,000 USD a year
Civil
PR/611646_1790265534
Stormwater Drainage Engineer

Stormwater Drainage Engineer

Compensation: $95,000 - $115,000
A well-established civil engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation for land development and public infrastructure projects is seeking a Stormwater Drainage Engineer to join its growing team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of drainage, stormwater management, and surface water permitting projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, technically strong, and enjoys working on complex drainage and water resources challenges that support both private development and public works initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support drainage planning studies by evaluating mitigation alternatives and assisting with budget-level cost estimates.
  • Performhydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including:
    • Watershed and runoff modeling
    • Channel and wash hydraulics
    • Scour evaluations
    • Culvert design
    • Roadway drainage analysis
    • Storm drain system design
    • Retention and detention basin design
    • Erosion protection measures
    • Hydraulic structure design, including weirs, drop structures, culverts, and energy dissipators
  • Prepare technical reports, studies, and supporting documentation for drainage engineering and floodplain management projects.
  • Assist with stormwater permitting, compliance, and surface water management deliverables.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams on land development and public infrastructure projects.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Generous paid time off program
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
  • Professional development and technical training opportunities
  • Employee appreciation and team-building events

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in stormwater engineering, drainage analysis, or water resources engineering.
  • Experience supporting residential, commercial, master-planned community, and FEMA floodplain-related projects.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Proficiency with hydraulic andhydrologic modeling software, including:
    • HEC-HMS
    • HEC-RAS
    • FLO-2D
  • Experience using GIS applications for drainage planning and analysis.
  • Familiarity with drainage-related construction plans, specifications, and engineering documentation.
  • Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D.
  • Ability to prepare or review construction documents for channels, culverts, storm drain systems, and related drainage infrastructure.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, stay organized, and work effectively with limited supervision.

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