Stormwater Project Engineer

WithersRavenel; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer II/III to join their Stormwater practice in Charlotte. This hybrid role involves leading projects focused on stormwater management and drainage design, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance water quality and support sustainable development. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in water resources engineering, along with proficiency in modeling tools like HEC-RAS and SWMM. WithersRavenel offers a unique employee ownership culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in their community.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

Professional Development Opportunities

Team-First Atmosphere

Community Commitment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in stormwater management or related fields.
• Proficiency in modeling software such as HEC-RAS and SWMM.

Responsibilities

• Designing stormwater systems and conducting hydrologic modeling.
• Preparing technical reports and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Stormwater Management

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Job description

Description

Join our team as an Project Engineer II/III within our Stormwater practice area. This is a hybrid role based out of our Charlotte, North Carolina office.

In this role, you will lead and support projects focused on stormwater management, watershed planning, drainage design, flood mitigation, and environmental compliance. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance water quality, improve infrastructure resilience, and support sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing stormwater systems
• Conducting hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
• Preparing technical reports
• Ensuring projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations

The ideal candidate will have experience in stormwater management, water resources engineering, or related fields, along with proficiency in modeling software such as HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar tools.

Why WR? WithersRavenel is looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, community, and client success. Your reward for sharing your talent with us? OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is an owner—which adds a powerful and unique dimension to our vibrant company culture and purposeful work. Our employee owners say they love a lot of things about WithersRavenel, but the things most often cited are:

• Our amazing people and team-first atmosphere
• Our focus on the professional development and growth of our staff
• Our commitment to the communities in which we work and live

Learn more about our benefits and employee ownership!
Bring your talent and collaborative spirit and join our team of employee owners at WithersRavenel!

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or field of expertise or equivalent experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 5+ years of experience in appropriate field of expertise
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Execute multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Exhibit leadership in planning and/or design concepts and methods and challenge convention
• Ability to successfully manage all internal aspects of projects/project tasks
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to mentor and lead technical staff
• Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinking
• AutoCAD/Civil3D, RAS, SWMM, or similar tools experience

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.