Senior Project Engineer - Drainage

Socket.dev; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life and short

Disability insurances

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

RK&K is hiring a Licensed Senior Project Engineer for the Transportation Division in Lakeland/Tampa, FL. The role centers on stormwater management and drainage design for transportation projects, including scour analysis and field data collection.

The candidate will lead drainage design efforts, prepare reports and construction documents, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams while leveraging programs like HEC-RAS and Civil3D. A Florida PE is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Eight (8) years experience as a Civil Engineer supporting transportation projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Florida.
• Advanced knowledge of drainage design, H&H modeling and stormwater management.
• Proficient with industry software: MicroStation, HEC-RAS, Civil3D, ICPR, FDOT Connect/OpenRoads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver stormwater management strategies for transportation projects.
• Conduct drainage design activities, analyze existing systems, design new systems and ditches, and create plans.
• Utilize hydraulic modeling software such as ICPR4, SWMM, and HEC-RAS.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations on drainage design and stormwater.
• Prepare permit sketches, construction documents, specifications and cost estimates.
• Perform scour analysis and field investigations for data collection.

Skills

Civil engineering

P.E. license (FL)

Drainage design

H&H modeling

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

Civil3D

ICPR

FDOT Connect/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

At RK&K, we are currently hiring a Licensed Senior Project Engineer to join our Transportation Division Lakeland or Tampa, Florida. As a Stormwater Engineer at RK&K you will support local and statewide efforts in stormwater management and drainage design with an emphasis on scour, hydrology and hydraulics for transportation related projects. You will be responsible for the planning, designing, and implementation of effective drainage systems to ensure efficient conveyance and management of stormwater.

Essential Functions

• Develop and deliver industry leading stormwater management strategies for transportation projects, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines
• Conduct drainage design activities, including the analysis of existing drainage systems, designing new drainage systems and ditches, and creating appropriate plans
• Utilize hydraulic modeling software such as ICPR4, SWMM, and HEC-RAS
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations related to drainage design and stormwater management
• Prepare permit sketches, construction documents, specifications and cost estimates as needed
• Perform scour analysis
• Perform field investigations to collect data, take field measurements, photographs, sketches, and verifying surveys

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
• Eight (8) years experience as a Civil Engineer supporting transportation projects
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Florida
• Advanced knowledge of drainage design, H&H modeling and stormwater management
• Proficient with industry software: MicroStation, HEC-RAS, Civil3d, ICPR, FDOT Connect/OpenRoads Designer
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Experience supporting Florida Department of Transportation and other local Florida agencies

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much Much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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