Drainage Engineer

Metric Engineering, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Engineering, Inc. seeks an experienced Drainage Professional Engineer (PE) to lead Florida drainage projects from concept to construction. You will work within our transportation team, supporting client relationships, business development, and Growth of the practice.

Some on-site work in West, Southwest or South Florida is expected. The role requires an active Florida PE license and 8+ years in drainage design, with strong experience in FDOT standards and hydrologic modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 8+ years of drainage design experience.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Experience independently managing projects, clients, schedules and budgets.
• Experience supporting or leading business development pursuits, proposals, and interviews.
• Proficiency with OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation or equivalent roadway/civil design software.
• Proficiency with StormWise, HEC-RAS, HY-8 or equivalent hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual and Florida drainage requirements and permitting processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; strong written/verbal/interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage, and related infrastructure design from concept through final plans.
• Design stormwater management systems, culverts, retention/detention facilities, conveyance systems, exfiltration trench design, gravity/injection well design, pump station design, and roadway drainage infrastructure.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software.
• Prepare drainage reports, calculations, construction plans, specifications, and supporting technical documentation.
• Experience with Feasibility Reports, Location Hydraulic Reports, Bridge Hydraulic Reports, Pond Siting Reports, etc.
• Apply FDOT standards, policies, and design criteria throughout project development.
• Coordinate roadway, drainage, utility, traffic, and other design elements with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Deliver Projects: Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality, and client expectations while coordinating with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Lead Pursuits: Identify opportunities, develop pursuit strategies, prepare proposals, participate in interviews, and help secure new projects. Maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and identify opportunities for future work.

Skills

Drainage design

Project management

Client relationship development

Business development support

Technical reporting

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microstation

StormWise

HEC-RAS

HY-8

Job description

Metric Engineering is seeking an experienced Drainage Professional Engineer (PE) to join our growing transportation team! This position will play a key role in the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of drainage projects throughout Florida. This position offers an opportunity to lead projects from initial concept through final design and construction while supporting client relationships, business development, and the continued growth of Metric Engineering’s transportation practice. The ideal candidate will reside in West, Southwest or South Florida. Some on-stie work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Design: Lead drainage, and related infrastructure design from concept through final plans.
• Design stormwater management systems, culverts, retention/detention facilities, conveyance systems, exfiltration trench design, gravity/injection well design, pump station design, and roadway drainage infrastructure.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software.
• Prepare drainage reports, calculations, construction plans, specifications, and supporting technical documentation.
• Experience with Feasibility Reports, Location Hydraulic Reports, Bridge Hydraulic Reports, Pond Siting Reports, etc.
• Apply FDOT standards, policies, and design criteria throughout project development.
• Coordinate roadway, drainage, utility, traffic, and other design elements with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Deliver Projects: Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality, and client expectations while coordinating with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Lead Pursuits: Identify opportunities, develop pursuit strategies, prepare proposals, participate in interviews, and help secure new projects. Maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and identify opportunities for future work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 8+ years of drainage design experience
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Experience independently managing projects, clients, schedules, budgets
• Experience supporting or leading business development pursuits, proposals, and interviews
• Proficiency with OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation, or equivalent roadway/civil design software
• Proficiency with StormWise (formerly ICPR), HEC-RAS, HY-8, or equivalent hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software
• Prior FDOT experience and strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual (FDM), FDOT Standard Plans, FDOT Drainage Manual
• Strong understanding of Florida drainage requirements and permitting processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

About Us

Metric Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1976 on the principle of providing personalized consulting engineering services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms specializing in civil and transportation projects. In the last four decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Our multi-disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local, county, state and foreign governments as well as private clients.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.