Licensed Stormwater Project Engineer — Hydraulics & Design

Pape-Dawson; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Project Engineer specializing in stormwater to own design deliverables, from concept through final design, ensuring quality, constructability, and compliance. You will lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop drainage improvements, and coordinate with clients, agencies, and staff while mentoring junior engineers and supporting project delivery.

A PE license and ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree are required, with 4+ years of experience and

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with applicable engineering design and analysis software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
• Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools.
• Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, including 1D and 2D modeling, for public and private infrastructure projects.
• Develop and design stormwater systems, detention facilities, open channels, and drainage improvements.
• Prepare FEMA documentation, including CLOMR and LOMR submittals.
• Produce construction plans, specifications, and estimates for drainage projects and support construction observation as needed.

Skills

P.E. license

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Hydrology & hydraulics modeling

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Job description

Pape-Dawson in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Project Engineer specializing in stormwater to own design deliverables, from concept through final design, ensuring quality, constructability, and compliance. You will lead hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop drainage improvements, and coordinate with clients, agencies, and staff while mentoring junior engineers and supporting project delivery.

A PE license and ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree are required, with 4+ years of experience and