Lead Engineer, Drainage & Highway Design

New Mexico Department of Justice; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Administrative leave

Job summary

The New Mexico Department of Transportation in Albuquerque seeks a Lead Engineer to support District 3 with drainage-related tasks within Planning & Programs. You will review and approve grading and drainage plans for permitting and coordinate with design and construction teams to ensure safe, compliant projects.

Ideal candidate has a BS in engineering, four years of engineering experience (one year as a Licensed Professional Engineer), PE certification within six months of hire, and state

Qualifications

• Experience in highway design and/or highway construction projects.
• Experience in managing and prioritizing multiple projects.
• Experience in various drainage analysis software.
• Experience in reviewing developer plans and provide recommendations for approval.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve grading and drainage plans for permitting.
• Conduct drainage engineering hydraulic analysis for STIP construction projects.
• Review and prepare preliminary and final drainage reports and field investigations.

Skills

Highway design

Project management

Drainage analysis software

Review developer plans

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) through NMBLPEPS

Tools

Drainage analysis software

Job description

The New Mexico Department of Transportation in Albuquerque seeks a Lead Engineer to support District 3 with drainage-related tasks within Planning & Programs. You will review and approve grading and drainage plans for permitting and coordinate with design and construction teams to ensure safe, compliant projects.

Ideal candidate has a BS in engineering, four years of engineering experience (one year as a Licensed Professional Engineer), PE certification within six months of hire, and state