Civil Engineer: Stormwater & Drainage Design (Remote)

Waldemar S. Nelson & Co., Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision

Job summary

Waldemar S. Nelson & Co., Inc. seeks a Civil Engineer to lead drainage, hydrologic and hydraulic design efforts for complex site projects in South Louisiana.

The role includes the sizing and placement of surface and subsurface drainage, detentions, and flow-control structures, with emphasis on stormwater management and BMP integration. Experience with concrete and steel design is beneficial. The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in drainage and hydraulic design for civil projects.
• Ability to lead design efforts and collaborate with younger engineers.
• Willingness to relocate to South Louisiana or reside in the area.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage and hydraulic design efforts for project scopes.
• Prepare plans, calculations, and specifications for drainage and stormwater systems.
• Oversee earthwork balance and site layout for roadways and facilities.
• Integrate BMPs into drainage solutions and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Drainage design

Hydrologic analysis

Hydraulic design

Site layout

Earthwork balancing

Stormwater BMPs

Concrete design

Steel design

Industrial facilities

Petrochemical facilities

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE desirable

Job description

Waldemar S. Nelson & Co., Inc. seeks a Civil Engineer to lead drainage, hydrologic and hydraulic design efforts for complex site projects in South Louisiana.

The role includes the sizing and placement of surface and subsurface drainage, detentions, and flow-control structures, with emphasis on stormwater management and BMP integration. Experience with concrete and steel design is beneficial. The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.