Senior Drainage Project Engineer — TxDOT Stormwater

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

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