Senior Drainage Engineer: Lead Stormwater & Flood Systems

Horrocks; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with 50% match up to 6%

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Albuquerque is seeking a Drainage Engineer with 7–9 years of experience to lead design and delivery of drainage and stormwater projects. The role includes responsibilities in project management, technical guidance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, award-winning benefits, and opportunities for professional development. A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of progressive experience in drainage and stormwater engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE / P.Eng. / CEng) license or actively working toward licensure.
• Strong understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and drainage design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design of stormwater and drainage systems.
• Prepare and review drainage reports and technical plans.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using industry-standard software.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated solutions.

Skills

Hydrology and hydraulics expertise

Proficiency in drainage modeling software (Civil 3D, HEC-RAS)

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to manage priorities

Collaborative mindset with problem-solving approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

InfoDrainage

XP-SWMM

Job description

A civil engineering firm in Albuquerque is seeking a Drainage Engineer with 7–9 years of experience to lead design and delivery of drainage and stormwater projects. The role includes responsibilities in project management, technical guidance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, award-winning benefits, and opportunities for professional development. A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills are essential for success in this position.