Senior Drainage Project Engineer

Volkert; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Drainage Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Texas. This role involves utilizing advanced engineering software to design effective stormwater management systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions. Offering a positive work/life balance and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for a motivated individual eager to make a significant impact in the field of civil engineering. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion while working on challenging projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and positive work/life balance

Challenging and innovative projects

Employee referral program

Professional development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in drainage/water resources with TxDOT experience.
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure preferred or ability to acquire it.

Responsibilities

• Design stormwater management and drainage systems using engineering software.
• Prepare project plans, specifications, and cost estimates for various projects.

Skills

Drainage Design

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling

Project Management

Effective Communication

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Water Resources

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Storm CAD

ICPR

HEC-RAS

GIS

SUDA

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Texas.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collecting and analyzing data for inclusion in Project Plans and reports
• Using computer engineering software to design stormwater management and storm drain systems, as well as soil erosion and sediment control systems
• Analyzing and designing hydrologic and hydraulic models for Transportation Improvement projects
• Permitting with different Regulatory and Water Management agencies
• Assisting and preparing project plans using OpenRoads Designer
• Contributing to the preparation and/or modification of considerable scope and complexity engineering reports and calculations for a wide variety of projects
• Preparing and assisting in the preparation of project construction details, quantities, cost estimates and project specifications
• Reviewing project quantity estimates, details, and check calculations and drawings for compliance to project requirements
• Preparing and assisting with the preparation of project schedules
• Collaborating across multiple disciplines, subconsultants, and other professionals to successfully deliver quality projects within budget and schedule
• Overseeing project design activities, supervising production efforts, and mentoring junior level support staff and other designers
• Performing other professional, management, marketing and networking duties as assigned

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering (Master’s in water resources fields a plus)
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) preferred or the ability to acquire it within 6 months
• 10+ years of relative/progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Storm CAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA software
• Previous TxDOT Drainage design experience and strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver’s license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
  • Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
  • Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
  • Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
  • Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
  • Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.