Senior Drainage Engineer, Roads and Highways - St. George, UT.

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible 9/80 schedule

Professional development

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer in Utah to lead drainage design for transportation projects ranging from freeways to rural highways. The role emphasizes hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, team leadership, and client liaison.

The position requires a Utah PE license, 10+ years of drainage design experience, and familiarity with OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, Civil-3D. Office locations include Salt Lake City and St. George, UT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of drainage design experience related to transportation infrastructure projects.
• Licensed Utah Professional Engineer.
• Local county and municipality project experience.
• Ability to lead in a collaborative team environment and foster strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage engineering teams on transportation projects including freeways, interstates, interchanges, and highways.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for transportation infrastructure and site developments.
• Design drainage systems including storm sewers, culverts, detentions, and bridge/deck drainage.
• Coordinate and oversee the design team's work to ensure accuracy and alignment with requirements.
• Prepare plans and details using OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and Civil-3D.
• Produce and QC drainage plans, reports, quantities, and specs.
• Serve as lead drainage liaison with clients on projects.
• Manage local drainage engineering staff.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering

Licensed Utah Professional Engineer

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil-3D

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

PondPack

SRH-2D

Job description

Senior Drainage Engineer

Transportation Jobs With David Evans And Associates

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. DEA addresses modern transportation demands with focused expertise and a diverse set of services tailored to meet our clients’ evolving needs. Whether enhancing existing transportation networks or pioneering new mobility solutions, DEA’s knowledge helps shape a future where safe, efficient, convenient, and accessible mobility leads the way for sustainable growth and improved quality of life in our communities.

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

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead drainage engineering teams on transportation projects--including 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
• Drainage design, including, but not limited to, the design of 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.
• Staff management of local drainage engineering staff

What You Bring

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

What We Offer?

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

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: 401k 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.