Design Engineer (EIT) — Water Resources & Stormwater

Surge Staffing; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing in Ohio is seeking a motivated Design Engineer (EIT) to support water resources, stormwater management, environmental, and site development projects in Gahanna. You will work from analysis and design through permitting and completion with a civil engineering focus.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong fundamentals in civil engineering, and opportunities to advance toward licensure as a PE. Ideal for an EIT eager to grow in water resources and site development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong understanding of water resources and stormwater engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform floodway and floodplain modeling and runoff calculations.
• Develop erosion control and stabilization plans.
• Prepare SWPPP and support NPDES permitting.
• Design post-construction water quality systems.
• Conduct FEMA mapping and map revisions.
• Perform pipe and culvert design and hydraulic analysis.
• Ensure projects comply with ODNR Dam Safety standards.
• Calculate inlet spacing for curb inlet systems.
• Design detention and retention basins.
• Perform environmental studies and assessments.
• Prepare detailed grading plans and earthwork balance calculations.
• Design and permit sanitary sewer systems.
• Assist with project documentation, permitting, calculations, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Apply applicable local, state, and federal engineering standards throughout project development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

HydroCAD

WaterCAD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

StormCAD

PondPack

Stormwater modeling

FEMA mapping

Job description

Surge Staffing in Ohio is seeking a motivated Design Engineer (EIT) to support water resources, stormwater management, environmental, and site development projects in Gahanna. You will work from analysis and design through permitting and completion with a civil engineering focus.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong fundamentals in civil engineering, and opportunities to advance toward licensure as a PE. Ideal for an EIT eager to grow in water resources and site development.