Senior Drainage Engineer, Roads and Highways

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Health Savings Account

PTO and Holiday Pay

Flexible work schedule

401(k) plan

Professional development support

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT. The role involves leading drainage engineering teams, performing hydrologic analyses, and designing transportation infrastructure systems. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, a Utah PE license, and at least 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $175,000 along with comprehensive health coverage and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of drainage design experience related to transportation infrastructure projects.
• Must be able to lead effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Licensed Utah Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage engineering teams on transportation projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses.
• Design storm sewers, culverts, and detention facilities.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of the design team.
• Produce and QC erosion control and stormwater management plans.

Skills

Drainage design experience

Leadership

Collaboration

Hydrologic and hydraulic analyses

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil-3D

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

Pondpack

SRH-2D

Job description

Senior Drainage Engineer, Roads and Highways

At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Transportation team blends innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our communities to navigate modern transportation challenges. We deliver unique solutions through cutting‑edge engineering practices, creating an exceptional client experience. Every project is managed with unparalleled care.

The Roads and Highways Practice is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT.

What You’ll Do

• Lead drainage engineering teams on transportation projects—incl. freeways, interstates, interchanges, urban and rural highways, and shared‑use facilities.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support the design and construction of transportation infrastructure, public and private site developments, and flood control projects.
• Design storm sewers, culverts, detention/water quality facilities, bridge deck drainage, river hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, and roadside ditches.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of the assigned design team to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project requirements.
• Perform design and oversee preparation of plans and details using OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and/or Civil‑3D.
• Produce and QC erosion control and/or stormwater management plans, reports, quantities, and specifications.
• Serve as lead drainage technical liaison with client on project efforts.
• Manage local drainage engineering staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of drainage design experience related to transportation infrastructure projects.
• Must be able to lead effectively in a collaborative team environment and foster strong, positive relationships with both team members and clients.
• Local county and municipality project experience.
• Licensed Utah Professional Engineer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering.
• Experience working with Utah Department of Transportation.
• Bridge scour revetment design.
• Demonstrated work experience with hydrologic and hydraulic computer programs including HEC‑HMS, HEC‑RAS, Pondpack, and SRH‑2D.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work‑life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401(k) plan.
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.
• Potential salary range: $110,000 – $175,000.

* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Potential office locations include: Salt Lake City, UT; St. George, UT.

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