Senior Stormwater Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation authority seeks a Senior Stormwater Engineer to oversee their stormwater asset program in Baltimore, MD. This position involves managing projects related to drainage and stormwater management while ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have a Maryland PE license and relevant engineering experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered alongside potential hybrid working options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension

Health, dental, and vision plans

Qualifications

• Must possess Maryland Professional Engineer license or obtain within 12 months.
• One year managing engineering projects as a licensed engineer.
• Two years experience in water resources or environmental engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead MDTA’s stormwater asset program including inspections and assessments.
• Prepare plans, reports, and construction documents.
• Supervise consultants and manage project tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of hydrology

Erosion and sediment controls

Stormwater management practices

Education

Maryland Professional Engineer license

Experience in water resources or environmental engineering

Job description

Job Description

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd/jobs/4953702/senior-stormwater-engineer-transportation-design-engineer-v

Nature of Work: The Senior Stormwater Engineer is responsible for leading MDTA’s stormwater asset program, including small drainage, stormwater management (SWM) facilities, and drainage outfalls. The position involves planning and managing remedial projects to align with MDTA’s strategic goals and comply with relevant standards and regulations. Strong knowledge of hydraulics, hydrology, erosion, sediment controls, and stormwater management practices is required.

• Inventory, inspect, assess, and monitor stormwater assets, investigate concerns/complaints, and develop engineering solutions.
• Prepare plans, reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Supervise consultants, technicians, and administrative staff, and manage consultant tasks.
• Coordinate with MDTA’s GIS, Engineering, Operations, and Construction teams.
• Support compliance with stormwater requirements, including NPDES MS4 permits, TMDL Chesapeake Bay goals, and other permits.

This position reports directly to the Environmental Discipline Manager. The current vacancy is in Baltimore, MD, with potential hybrid telework options.

MDTA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including holidays, leave, pension, health, dental, and vision plans.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a Maryland Professional Engineer license, or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of appointment.
• One year of managing engineering projects as a licensed professional engineer.
• Two years of water resources or environmental engineering experience related to highway drainage, stormwater management, erosion controls, or stream restoration.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information, including all relevant experience and each position held at previous employers.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current out-of-state PE license acceptable if the applicant will obtain Maryland licensure within 12 months.
• Valid Maryland Driver’s License required; license number and expiration date must be listed.

Additional Information

• Emergency recall and reliable communication may be required.
• Background checks may be conducted; a conviction does not automatically disqualify.

Application Process: Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. Resumes cannot substitute for the online application. Deadline: 06/18/2025.

The Maryland Transportation Authority is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.