Senior Drainage Project Engineer

Volkert Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

PTO & holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance (short-term &long

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking a Senior Drainage Project Engineer to support the Southwest Region across multiple Texas offices, including Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler.

The role emphasizes data analysis, OpenRoads Designer usage, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver quality drainage and water resources projects. You will lead design efforts, mentor junior staff, ensure TxDOT standards, and manage schedules and costs on transportation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 10+ years of drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience.
• Valid PE licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Storm CAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA.
• Strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data for Project Plans and reports.
• Design stormwater and drainage systems using relevant software.
• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for transportation projects.
• Prepare and modify engineering reports, calculations, and schedules.
• Review quantities, costs, and drawings for project compliance.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate across disciplines.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

TxDOT knowledge

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?

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have at minimum, 10 years of progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience.

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
• Assist with roadway project development and other misc. civil engineering tasks for project design and delivery

What you need to have

• Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering
• Valid Professional Engineering Licensure 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.
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Master's in Water Resources field

Key Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled