Senior Drainage Engineer, Roads and Highways

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 91,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Drainage Engineer, where you'll work on vital habitat restoration and stormwater management projects. This role offers an engaging environment that fosters professional growth through mentorship and training. You'll be involved in planning and designing water resource systems, collaborating with a dynamic team, and leading projects that positively impact the community. With a competitive salary range and a focus on holistic wellbeing, this opportunity is perfect for someone looking to make a real difference in the field of civil engineering.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k

Flexible work schedule

Continuing education support

Holistic Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading project teams for hydraulic design and evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design water resource systems including hydraulic analysis.
• Collaborate with support professionals and manage project scope and budget.

Skills

Hydrologic and hydraulic computer programs

Project management

Data collection and report writing

Client interface

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

SMS:SRH2D

Job description

DEA's Inland Northwest Water Resources team is hiring for a Senior Drainage Engineer to work on a variety of assignments related to habitat restoration, fish passage, floodplain analysis, and storm water management for transportation projects. This position can be located in Spokane, WA, Tri-Cities, WA, Coeur d'Alene, ID, Boise, ID or Pocatello, ID.

Career development trajectories for this role include task management, project management, staff supervision, and group management. In-house and vendor-supplied training available for technical and managerial skills development.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment and contribute to the growth of our group.
• Plan and design of a wide range of water resources systems and facilities including hydraulic analysis for stream crossings and evaluating for fish passage and scour.
• Evaluation and design for stormwater and surface water management systems.
• Collaborate with a team of support professionals, including but not limited to drafters, EITs, GIS technicians, and technical editors. Responsibilities also include active management of Task specific scope, schedule and budget.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal designs standards.
• Coach and mentor entry level staff.
• Interface with clients and public agencies on an as-needed basis.
• Assistance in Business Development efforts (e.g. engagement in professional organizations and visibility efforts), preparing proposals and participating in interviews as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

*Licensed Professional Engineer

*Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

*6 or more years of experience applying hydrologic and hydraulic computer programs

*Experience leading project teams in collecting data, writing reports, and preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for hydraulic design associated with bridge replacement, river restoration and highway/local roadway drainage projects

Preferred Qualifications:

*Experience with aquatic resource permits, transportation infrastructure, and construction support services

*Experience working with Irrigation Districts

*Experience with HEC-RAS and/or SMS:SRH2D

*Project management and business development experience is beneficial

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
• 401k
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals
• Potential salary range is $91,500-$158,080 depending on location and experience