Civil Project Engineer - Drainage

GALLOWAY & COMPANY, INC.; Johnstown (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid benefits

Biannual performance bonuses

Profit sharing

Career advancement

Job summary

Galloway & Company, Inc. is seeking a Drainage Engineer to support one of our technical leads in planning, analysis, and design of drainage and stormwater systems for diverse land development projects across the United States.

The role leverages advanced hydrologic and hydraulic principles to develop practical, technically sound solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• PE license or eligibility to take PE exam within six months of hire.
• Experience in drainage design and hydrologic/hydraulic analyses.
• Familiarity with local/DOT drainage design standards for open channels and closed pipes.
• Proficiency with CUHP, SWMM, HY-8, FlowMaster, StormCAD, and related software.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using industry-standard software.
• Design stormwater conveyance systems, detention facilities, culverts, open channels, and water quality/LID facilities.
• Develop calculations, evaluate design alternatives, and provide technical recommendations.
• Prepare drainage reports, stormwater management plans, and technical memoranda/specifications.
• Coordinate drainage design with other disciplines to deliver integrated projects.

Skills

Drainage design

Hydraulic analysis

Hydrologic analysis

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license or eligibility within six months

Tools

CUHP

SWMM

HY-8

FlowMaster

StormCAD

Job description

Invest in yourself and grow your future.

Working at Galloway is an opportunity to develop professionally and personally while making communities across the United States better places to live.

Regardless of where you are in your career, we will embrace and encourage your personal and professional growth. We’ve created an environment that grows your career, that fosters lasting relationships, and where you are respected and valued as a unique individual. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit, self-starters, and hard workers who will help us continually improve and grow our company to create opportunities for everyone here.

Everyone is welcomed into the team and embraced as part of the Galloway family. You’ll be able to work alongside veterans and new professionals eager to learn from the best.

We encourage you to explore Galloway and learn more about our 40-year reputation of excellent design work and how we came to be recognized as the best workplace.

We work better when we all work together! Contact our People department or apply today.

Galloway & Company, Inc. is a people-first company where collaboration, innovation, and career growth are at the heart of everything we do. You will grow personally and professionally with a supportive culture, flexible work environment, and strong focus on leadership development. You\'ll also work on diverse, impactful projects alongside multidisciplinary professionals who are passionate about making a difference. At Galloway, you\'re not just building communities — you\'re building a fulfilling career.

About the Role

As a Drainage Engineer, you will support one of our technical leads in the planning, analysis, and design of drainage and stormwater systems across a variety of land development project types. You will apply advanced hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles to develop practical, technically sound solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality engineering designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using industry-standard software including CUHP, SWMM, HY-8, FlowMaster, StormCAD, and related tools.
• Design stormwater conveyance systems, detention facilities, culverts, open channels, and water quality and LID facilities.
• Develop engineering calculations, evaluate design alternatives, and provide technical recommendations supported by sound engineering judgment.
• Prepare drainage reports, stormwater management plans, and technical memoranda specifications.
• Produce and review drainage plan sheets, profiles, details, and exhibits that clearly communicate design intent and satisfy project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT, local agency, floodplain, stormwater, and water quality criteria throughout project development.
• Coordinate drainage design with roadway, structural, utilities, environmental, and other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Support technical reviews and implement quality assurance and quality control procedures to ensure accurate, complete, and constructible designs.
• Participate in field investigations, evaluate existing site conditions, and support construction by reviewing RFIs, submittals, and drainage-related design questions.
• Communicate technical findings, project progress, and engineering recommendations with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Possession of a PE license or eligibility to take the PE exam within six months of hire.
• Experience performing drainage design, hydraulic and hydrologic analyses, engineering calculations, and plan production for civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience applying local agency and DOT drainage design standards for closed pipe systems, open channels, and water quality design.
• Proficiency with CUHP, SWMM, HY-8, FlowMaster, StormCAD, and other engineering software used for drainage analysis and design.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills with the ability to prepare clear engineering documentation and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Mile High Flood District criteria and standards.

Estimated starting salary is between $95,000 and $119,000 based on experience.

Beyond Base Salary

We\u2019ve cultivated a culture rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation. Here\u2019s what you can expect:

• 100% employer-paid benefits, setting a high standard in the industry
• Opportunities for biannual performance bonuses and profit sharing
• A workplace culture that emphasizes internal promotion, mentorship, and career advancement
• Nationally recognized as a great place to work—thanks to our outstanding teams and commitment to quality

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Galloway does not sponsor H1-B or other work visa petitions. Pre-employment and ongoing drug screening is required.

Galloway & Company Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Candidates must have authorization to work for any U.S. employer. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship for employment visas.

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