Lead Transportation Hydraulic & Drainage Engineer (Hybrid)

CDM Smith; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a lead hydraulic and drainage design engineer to drive complex transportation projects across municipal and highway systems. You will develop and review designs, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards, and mentor junior engineers to advance technical excellence.

The role involves collaborative work with project and sales teams, design documentation, and field validations, with up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• At least 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic and drainage design for complex transportation projects from highways to municipal systems.
• Review, approve, and seal designs in compliance with regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support project delivery lifecycle.

Skills

CADD software

3D/4D modeling

Engineering design

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Federal/state/local regs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Eng

PE license

Tools

MicroStation

GeoPAK Drainage

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

AutoCAD products

ICPR

HY-8

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a lead hydraulic and drainage design engineer to drive complex transportation projects across municipal and highway systems. You will develop and review designs, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards, and mentor junior engineers to advance technical excellence.

The role involves collaborative work with project and sales teams, design documentation, and field validations, with up to 10% travel.