Drainage Engineer - PE

AEC Talent Acquisition; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Drainage Engineer (PE) sought in the Tampa area to lead transportation drainage design efforts across Florida. The role emphasizes FDOT standards, permitting processes, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams on FDOT projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Florida PE and 5+ years in drainage for transportation, with proficiency in MicroStation/OpenRoads and drainage analysis tools. The position is full-time in Tampa, focusing on major FDOT roadway and bridge improvements.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of drainage engineering experience on transportation projects.
• Experience with FDOT standards, criteria, and permitting processes.
• Proficiency with FDOT Plans Preparation Manual, Drainage Manual and Design Standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare drainage and stormwater management designs for transportation projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using FDOT-approved methods.
• Design and prepare drainage plans, reports, permit applications and supporting calculations.
• Coordinate drainage with roadway, bridge, traffic, environmental, and utility disciplines.
• Mentor junior engineers and support project planning, scheduling and budgeting.
• Interface with FDOT District personnel and other regulatory agencies.
• Support drainage-related permitting efforts including ERP applications.

Skills

FDOT drainage design

Stormwater management

Project coordination

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

GEOPAK/OpenRoads Drainage

ICPR

HEC-RAS/HY-8/PondPack

Job description

Drainage Engineer (PE Required)

Location: Tampa, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Transportation / Civil Engineering

Our client, a highly respected transportation engineering consulting firm, is seeking a talented Drainage Engineer (PE) to join its growing Tampa-area team. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful transportation infrastructure projects throughout Florida, including major FDOT roadway, bridge, and highway improvements.

The ideal candidate will possess strong drainage design experience, a Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license, and a solid understanding of FDOT standards, criteria, and permitting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare drainage and stormwater management designs for transportation projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses utilizing FDOT-approved methodologies.
• Design and prepare drainage plans, drainage reports, permit applications, and supporting calculations.
• Coordinate drainage designs with roadway, bridge, traffic, environmental, and utility engineering disciplines.
• Prepare and review project deliverables in accordance with FDOT standards and client requirements.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control efforts.
• Interface with FDOT District personnel, Water Management Districts, municipalities, and other regulatory agencies.
• Support drainage-related permitting efforts, including ERP applications and agency coordination.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Participate in client meetings, project presentations, and business development activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum 5+ years of drainage engineering experience related to transportation projects.
• Demonstrated experience working on FDOT projects.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • FDOT Plans Preparation Manual (PPM)
  • FDOT Drainage Manual
  • FDOT Design Standards
  • Stormwater Management and Water Quality Requirements
• Proficiency with:
  • MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer
  • GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Drainage
  • ICPR, HEC-RAS, HY-8, PondPack, or equivalent modeling software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of FDOT drainage design experience.
• Experience with District Seven (Tampa) FDOT projects.
• Design-Build project experience.
• Project management responsibilities on transportation projects.
• Existing relationships with FDOT District personnel and local municipalities.
• Experience mentoring engineering staff and leading drainage task teams.

Technical Expertise

Successful candidates will have experience with:

• Stormwater collection systems
• Cross drains and culverts
• Pond design and stormwater treatment facilities
• Floodplain analysis
• Drainage reports and documentation
• Water quality calculations
• Erosion and sediment control plans
• Transportation corridor drainage improvements

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a Florida PE with FDOT drainage experience who enjoys solving complex stormwater challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to high-profile transportation projects throughout Florida. You take ownership of your work, communicate effectively with clients and agencies, and are looking for a firm where your technical expertise can continue to grow.