Drainage Project Engineer

Volkert Inc.; Glen Hill (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is searching for an experienced Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region based in Texas. Applicants should have at least 4 years of progressive drainage/water resources experience, including familiarity with TxDOT projects.

The role involves aspects such as analyzing data for project plans, designing engineering systems, and collaborating across disciplines. Benefits include an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years of experience in drainage/water resources and TxDOT.
• Experience with stormwater management and drainage system design.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data for project plans and reports.
• Design stormwater management and drainage systems.
• Prepare engineering reports and project specifications.
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines to deliver projects.

Skills

Drainage/water resources experience

Engineering software proficiency

Project management

Knowledge of TxDOT standards

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering

Valid Professional Engineering Licensure

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Storm CAD

HEC-RAS

GIS

SUDA software

Job description

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have at minimum, 4 years of progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and analyzing data for inclusion in Project Plans and reports
• Using computer engineering software to design stormwater management and storm drain systems, as well as soil erosion and sediment control systems
• Analyzing and designing hydrologic and hydraulic models for Transportation Improvement projects
• Permitting with different Regulatory and Water Management agencies
• Assisting and preparing project plans using OpenRoads Designer
• Contributing to the preparation and/or modification of considerable scope and complexity engineering reports and calculations for a wide variety of projects
• Preparing and assisting in the preparation of project construction details, quantities, cost estimates and project specifications
• Reviewing project quantity estimates, details, and check calculations and drawings for compliance to project requirements
• Preparing and assisting with the preparation of project schedules
• Collaborating across multiple disciplines, subconsultants, and other professionals to successfully deliver quality projects within budget and schedule
• Overseeing project design activities, supervising production efforts, and mentoring junior level support staff and other designers
• Performing other professional, management, marketing and networking duties as assigned
• Assist with roadway project development and other misc. civil engineering tasks for project design and delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure preferred or the ability to acquire it within 6 months
• 4 - 6 years of relative/progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Storm CAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA software
• Previous TxDOT Drainage design experience and strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus Points

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Master's in Water Resources

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

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