Drainage Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Drainage Engineer in Orlando, FL to contribute to a growing backlog. You will perform drainage design for transportation projects, collaborate with a hands-on manager, and develop plans with a senior team across multiple states.

Responsibilities include client relationships, project planning, and ensuring compliance with drainage standards and FDOT-related practices. This role offers a hybrid work model in a dynamic, global infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline with 6+ years of drainage engineering experience.
• Experience performing engineering analysis for drainage design on transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong client and staff relationships while maintaining high project standards and meeting client expectations.
• Perform drainage design and production for transportation projects, including calculations and plans.
• Work under the direction of senior staff to develop plans and calculations for transportation projects.
• Understand applicable policies, methods, practices, and procedures of drainage design.
• Assist in designing collection and conveyance systems for transportation projects.
• Assist in designing stormwater management facilities to meet water quality and quantity requirements.

Skills

Drainage design

Transportation projects

OpenRoads

HY-8

ICPR

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads

HY-8

ICPR

CAD software

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Orlando, FL - 390 N. Orange Ave
• Compensation: USD 120,000 - USD 135,000 - yearly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Drainage Engineer for employment in the Orlando, Florida office, due to a robust and growing backlog. As an AECOM Drainage Engineer in the Orlando office, you can look forward to:

• Working on diverse projects including various assignments for the Department of Transportation and local municipalities throughout Florida and other states.
• Work with a hands-on and supportive manager, who will work with you to develop a 5 year career development planincorporating your desires and input.
• Work with a high profile team in a collegial work environment, who supporting multiple large project in multiple states.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Developing strong working relationships with clients and staff plus maintain a high level of project standards and meeting or ideally exceeding client expectations
• Perform drainage design and production for Transportation projects including calculations and plans preparation
• Works under the direction of senior staff to develop plans and calculations for Transportation projects
• Understands applicable policies, methods, practices, and procedures of drainage design
• Assists in the design of collection and conveyance systems for Transportation projects
• Assists in design of stormwater management facilities to meet water quality and quantity requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline and 6 years of experience as a Drainage Engineer or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience performing engineering analysis for drainage design associated with Transportation projects

Preferred Qualifications

• State of Florida - Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience in design of drainage conveyance systems and plans prepared in compliance with FDOT standards
• Experience in pond design
• Experience in the following software: OpenRoads, or other equivalent CAD software, HY-8, ICPR, and MS Office
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.