Project Engineer - Hydraulic Design

EWI Recruitment; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment is seeking a Project Engineer – Hydraulic Design in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. You will deliver hydraulic design projects from concept through to completion, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients and regulators.

Candidates should hold a civil or water engineering degree with hydraulic design experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar tools. Chartered status is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering, water engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in hydraulic design.
• Familiarity with standards, design guidance and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review hydraulic designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports.
• Undertake hydraulic modelling and analysis for drainage, water supply, flood risk and related schemes.
• Coordinate design activities across multidisciplinary project teams and manage interfaces.
• Support project planning, programming, cost control and risk management.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, contractors and other stakeholders to resolve technical matters.
• Review design proposals and submissions for compliance and quality.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to process improvements.
• Assist with site visits, inspections and construction-stage support.

Skills

Hydraulic design

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

Project Engineer – Hydraulic Design

We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to support the delivery of hydraulic design projects from concept through to completion. This role would suit an experienced engineer with a strong understanding of water infrastructure, drainage or hydraulic systems, who can combine technical expertise with effective project coordination.

You will work collaboratively with engineers, project managers, clients and contractors to develop practical, compliant and cost-effective design solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to a variety of projects and help ensure that technical deliverables are produced to a high standard, on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review hydraulic designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports.
• Undertake hydraulic modelling and analysis for drainage, water supply, flood risk and related infrastructure schemes.
• Coordinate design activities across multidisciplinary project teams and manage technical interfaces.
• Support project planning, programming, cost control and risk management.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, contractors and other stakeholders to resolve technical matters.
• Review design proposals, construction information and technical submissions for compliance and quality.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of design processes.
• Assist with site visits, inspections and construction-stage support when required.

About you

You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, water engineering or a related discipline, together with relevant experience in hydraulic design. Familiarity with industry standards, design guidance and regulatory requirements is essential. Experience using hydraulic modelling and design software, such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks ICM or comparable tools, would be advantageous.

We are looking for someone who is analytical, organised and confident communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences. You should be able to manage competing priorities, work independently and contribute positively within a collaborative team. Chartered or working towards Chartered status is desirable, although applications from candidates with strong relevant experience will also be considered.

What is offered

This opportunity provides varied project experience, professional development and the chance to contribute to well-designed, sustainable infrastructure. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered in line with experience and qualifications.