Senior Drainage Engineer | FLORIDA

LVI Associates; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Profit sharing

Low-cost health coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a Senior Drainage Engineer (PE) to lead FDOT transportation drainage on projects across Florida. You’ll serve as Engineer of Record, design stormwater systems for roadways, supervise hydrology studies, and guide junior staff in a collaborative, mentor-led environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Florida PE, has 7+ years in drainage for transportation, and is proficient with HEC-RAS, ICPR, Civil 3D, OpenRoads, and FDOT Connect.

Qualifications

• Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 7+ years of drainage engineering experience supporting transportation projects.
• Experience as Engineer of Record or signing/sealing drainage plans preferred.
• Strong understanding of FDOT drainage design standards and permitting.
• Experience with FDOT and other Florida transportation agencies.
• Strong communication and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Engineer of Record (EOR) for FDOT transportation projects.
• Lead drainage design and stormwater management for roadway improvements.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, scour evaluations, and drainage studies.
• Design drainage systems, ditches, stormwater facilities, and related infrastructure.
• Prepare technical reports, permit packages, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Utilize HEC-RAS, ICPR, SWMM, and other industry software for modeling and analysis.
• Conduct field investigations and coordinate with survey, roadway, and environmental teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Project coordination

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

HEC-RAS

ICPR

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

FDOT Connect

Job description

Senior Drainage Engineer (PE)

The Opportunity

A well-established multidisciplinary engineering firm is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to support transportation projects throughout Florida. This individual will play a key role in the planning, analysis, and design of stormwater systems for FDOT and local agency projects while serving as Engineer of Record on a variety of transportation assignments. This position offers the opportunity to work on major roadway and design-build projects across Florida while collaborating with experienced transportation and drainage professionals in a highly supportive environment.

The Firm

• Well-established multidisciplinary firm with more than 100 years in business
• Nationally recognized organization with over 2,000 employees
• Strong Florida presence with six offices statewide
• Active FDOT work across multiple districts throughout Florida
• Established backlog of transportation, design-build, and continuing services projects
• Hybrid work schedule and flexible location options
• Profit sharing program
• Strong benefits package with low-cost family health coverage
• Four months of maternity leave and one month of paternity leave
• Collaborative culture with experienced leadership and strong mentorship
• Hands-on involvement from senior leaders and technical management
• Flat organizational structure with opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Commitment to work-life balance and long-term employee retention
• Strong emphasis on collaboration, diversity, and leadership development
• Continued growth fueled by a robust transportation project pipeline

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for FDOT transportation projects
• Lead drainage design and stormwater management efforts for roadway and highway improvements
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, scour evaluations, and drainage studies
• Design drainage systems, ditches, stormwater facilities, and related infrastructure
• Prepare technical reports, permit packages, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Utilize HEC-RAS, ICPR, SWMM, and other industry software for modeling and analysis
• Conduct field investigations and coordinate with survey, roadway, and environmental teams
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 7+ years of drainage engineering experience supporting transportation projects
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record or signing and sealing drainage plans preferred
• Strong understanding of FDOT drainage design standards and permitting requirements
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS, ICPR, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and/or FDOT Connect
• Experience working with FDOT and other Florida transportation agencies
• Strong communication and project coordination skills

This opportunity is ideal for a Florida PE who wants to remain technically involved while taking ownership of projects, serving as Engineer of Record, and contributing to the continued growth of a highly respected transportation practice.