Drainage Project Engineer

V3 Companies, Ltd.; Woodridge, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

V3 Companies is seeking a Drainage/Hydraulics Project Engineer for our Woodridge, IL office. You will lead hydrologic analyses, design drainage systems, and coordinate cross-discipline work for transportation projects across Illinois. The role requires a B.S.

in Civil Engineering and a PE license with 6–10 years of relevant experience. You will prepare hydraulic reports, manage drainage studies, and support permitting with agencies such as IDOT and the Illinois Tollway.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering.
• Illinois P.E. license required.
• 6-10 years in drainage, water resources or transportation engineering.
• Experience with IDOT Phase I & II project development.
• Knowledge of IDOT Drainage Manual, Illinois Tollway manuals, and local stormwater ordinances.
• Experience preparing hydraulic reports, location drainage studies, and drainage permits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for transportation projects.
• Prepare IDOT Hydraulic Reports and Location Drainage Studies.
• Design storm sewer systems, culverts, detention facilities and pumping stations.
• Perform floodplain modeling and analysis.
• Develop drainage calculations and stormwater reports.
• Coordinate drainage design with roadway, bridge, traffic, utilities, and environmental teams.
• Prepare Phase I & Phase II drainage deliverables.
• Assist with agency coordination and permitting (IDOT, Tollway, USACE, etc.).
• QA/QC reviews of drainage studies and docs.
• Support proposal development, scopes, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

6-10 years of drainage/water resources

IDOT Phase I/II experience

Strong written & verbal communication

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

HY-8

XPSWMM

FEQ

WinTR-20

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Bentley Drainage tools

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Woodridge, IL, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1256

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

V3 Companies, a multidisciplinary AEC firm, is seeking a Project Engineer in our Woodridge, IL office, where you will contribute to career-defining projects that reimagine our built and natural world.

We are seeking a motivated Drainage/Hydraulics Engineer with 6-10 years of experience to support transportation infrastructure projects throughout Illinois. The successful candidate will perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage design, floodplain studies, stormwater management design, and permitting for projects involving state highways, tollways, county highways, municipal roadways, bridges, and multimodal transportation facilities. This position will work closely with roadway, structures, traffic, utilities, and environmental teams to deliver transportation projects for agencies including IDOT, the Illinois Tollway, Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, and local municipalities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for transportation projects.
• Prepare IDOT Hydraulic Reports, Location Drainage Studies, and drainage technical memorandums.
• Design storm sewer systems, culverts, detention facilities, pumping stations, and roadway drainage improvements.
• Perform floodplain and floodway modeling and analysis.
• Develop drainage calculations and stormwater management reports.
• Coordinate drainage design with roadway, bridge, traffic, utility, and environmental disciplines.
• Prepare Phase I and Phase II drainage deliverables.
• Assist with agency coordination and permitting, including:
  • IDOT
  • Illinois Tollway
  • IDNR-OWR
  • USACE
  • MWRD
  • IEPA
  • County Stormwater Agencies
• Perform QA/QC reviews of drainage studies and construction documents.
• Support proposal development, scope preparation, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering.
• Illinois Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• 6-10 years of drainage, water resources, or transportation engineering experience.
• Experience with IDOT Phase I and Phase II project development.
• Working knowledge of:
  • IDOT Drainage Manual
  • Illinois Tollway Drainage Design Manual
  • Illinois Tollway Roadway Design Criteria
  • County and municipal stormwater ordinances
• Experience preparing:
  • Hydraulic Reports
  • Location Drainage Studies
  • Drainage Connection Checklists
  • Floodplain permits
  • Drainage permitting packages
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Technical Skills

Experience with:

• HEC-RAS
• HEC-HMS
• HY-8
• XPSWMM / XP-SWMM
• FEQ
• WinTR-20
• MicroStation
• OpenRoads Designer
• Bentley Drainage and Utility Design tools

Why V3?

We empower our people with the skills and spirit to achieve their goals and make impactful transformations in the places we live and work. Our growing firm has offices in Alberta, the Carolinas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio, allowing for expert collaboration across North America.

Working with us opens the door to:

• Exciting projects that positively influence the world around you
• Goal-driven career development, training, and mentorship programs
• Cutting-edge technology with a dedicated technology advancement committee
• Employee-led enrichment programs devoted to wellness, community impact, and more
• Firm ownership opportunities

Your professional aspirations are our top priority: this is your career, and we're here to support that vision.

With the right team, you can change the world.

Join V3 and go beyond limits.

V3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: disability / veteran