Senior Drainage Project Engineer — TxDOT Water Lead

Volkert Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off & holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Volkert Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region across Austin, Houston, and other TX locations. The role requires 10+ years of drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience and PE licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.

You will design stormwater systems, analyze hydrologic models, prepare project plans using OpenRoads Designer, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects in Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Valid PE licensure or ability to acquire it within 6 months.
• 10+ years of drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience.
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer, StormCAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA.
• Previous TxDOT Drainage design experience and 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).

Responsibilities

• Collect data for Project Plans and reports.
• Design stormwater management and storm drain systems; erosion control.
• Analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models for Transportation Improvement projects.
• Prepare project plans using OpenRoads Designer.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations and schedules.
• Review quantities, costs, and drawings for compliance with project requirements.
• Collaborate across disciplines and with subconsultants to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Oversee design activities, mentor junior staff, and assist with other civil engineering tasks.

Skills

Drainage design

TxDOT experience

Data analysis

Project leadership

OpenRoads Designer

StormCAD

HEC-RAS

GIS

ICPR

SUDA

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

StormCAD

ICPR

HEC-RAS

GIS

SUDA

Job description

Volkert Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region across Austin, Houston, and other TX locations. The role requires 10+ years of drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience and PE licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.

You will design stormwater systems, analyze hydrologic models, prepare project plans using OpenRoads Designer, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects in Texas.