Hydraulics Project Engineer

Alfred Benesch & Company; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

9% retirement contribution

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company is seeking a Hydraulics Project Engineer in North Carolina to lead hydraulic and stormwater design for transportation and infrastructure projects. The role involves guiding hydraulic design, ensuring compliance with NCDOT and FHWA standards, and collaborating across disciplines.

The position targets a professional with 8+ years of hydraulic design experience, a B.S. in Civil Engineering, and a PE license (NC).

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in hydraulic design for transportation projects.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain North Carolina PE.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, GEOPAK Drainage, ORD, and HEC-RAS.
• Experience developing deliverables per NCDOT standards (BSR/CSR experience preferred).
• Knowledge of erosion and sediment pollution control (NCDOT Level III Certification a plus).
• Strong understanding of the FHWA Hydraulic Design Manual.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide project teams and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic and stormwater design for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical guidance on hydraulic design (BSR/CSR), storm drainage and erosion control.
• Collaborate across disciplines and manage project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with NCDOT and FHWA standards.
• Oversee hydrology and hydraulic analysis for design and construction.
• Review and approve stormwater system and pond designs.
• Lead hydraulic culvert/bridge design and permitting processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Project management

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

PE license (NC)

Tools

MicroStation

GEOPAK Drainage

ORD

HEC-RAS

Job description

Hydraulic Engineer

We’re seeking a Hydraulics Project Engineer to lead hydraulic and stormwater management design for transportation and infrastructure projects. In this role, you will lead our hydraulic design, providing technical guidance on hydraulic design (BSR/CSR), storm drainage systems, and erosion control for linear transportation and infrastructure projects. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, manage project deliverables, and ensure compliance with NCDOT and FHWA standards.

Location

This position can report to any of our North Carolina locations (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington) and follows a hybrid work schedule.

The Impact You Will Have

• Lead and mentor junior staff members, fostering technical growth and professional development
• Oversee hydrology and hydraulic analysis for the design and construction of transportation projects
• Review and approve stormwater management system and pond designs
• Manage hydraulic culvert/bridge design and permitting processes
• Provide strategic direction on erosion and sediment pollution control designs
• Ensure quality control and compliance with NCDOT standards and FHWA Hydraulic Design Manual
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate hydraulics with overall civil/highway design
• Assist with client and stakeholder coordination, ensuring projects meet technical and regulatory requirements

What You Will Need

• Minimum 8 years of experience in hydraulic design for transportation projects
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain North Carolina PE
• Proficiency in MicroStation, GEOPAK Drainage, ORD, and HEC-RAS
• Experience developing deliverables per NCDOT standards (BSR/CSR experience preferred)
• Knowledge of erosion and sediment pollution control (NCDOT Level III Certification a plus)
• Strong understanding of the FHWA Hydraulic Design Manual
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide project teams and collaborate effectively

Why Benesch

We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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