Lead Transportation Hydraulics Engineer

CDM Smith; Mount Pleasant (SC); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith seeks a lead hydraulics engineer to direct complex transportation drainage design, from municipal systems to major highways. The role blends technical leadership, project lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance to deliver impactful solutions.

You will produce hydraulic reports and design memos, review and seal designs to standards, and mentor junior staff. A PE license and 7 years of experience are required; travel and a hybrid work arrangement are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/transportation or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience; travel may be required.
• Ability to sign and seal engineering documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic and drainage design across municipal to highway projects.
• Develop designs meeting client needs and regulatory requirements.
• Review, approve, and seal designs per regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality control.
• Support construction with field inspections and technical reports.
• Prepare hydraulic reports, drainage studies, and memos.
• Collaborate on proposals and technical narratives for RFPs.

Skills

CADD

3D/4D modeling

MS Office

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

AASHTO standards

NACTO standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

GeoPAK

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

AutoCAD

ICPR

HY-8

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

CDM Smith seeks a lead hydraulics engineer to direct complex transportation drainage design, from municipal systems to major highways. The role blends technical leadership, project lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance to deliver impactful solutions.

You will produce hydraulic reports and design memos, review and seal designs to standards, and mentor junior staff. A PE license and 7 years of experience are required; travel and a hybrid work arrangement are expected.