Transportation Drainage Design Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transportation Drainage Design Engineer to enhance public transportation projects in the Midwest. This role involves engaging in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, leading design calculations, and managing project tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment. Join a team that values diverse perspectives and empowers its members to make impactful contributions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on projects that shape communities and drive innovation in transportation engineering.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in drainage engineering and transportation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for transportation projects.
• Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Hydraulic modeling

Stormwater management design

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-1

HEC-HMS

GEO-RAS

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR currently has an opening for a Transportation Drainage Design Engineer to join our team in Ohio Offices. The primary duties of the Drainage Engineer are to provide project engineering, task management and project management with a focus on transportation projects and public transportation clients throughout the Midwest region. Anticipated work tasks may include:

1. Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling;
2. Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design;
3. Collect, assimilate, and present data in reports, memos, and public forums;
4. Lead production of design calculations and technical reports;
5. Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities, and other hydraulic structures;
6. Work independently as well as plan, organize, and lead small to medium groups of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task;
7. Conduct water resources planning, plan formulation, concept development, and develop planning documentation;
8. Assist in stormwater permitting efforts;
9. Lead teams in highway drainage design and plans production for ODOT and Municipal clients, drainage analysis and documentation, and stormwater management design & permitting.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Drainage engineering projects
• 5 years of experience in transportation engineering design experience
• Experience modeling bridges within HEC-RAS
• Previous work experience with A/E/C firm

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with HEC-1, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GEO-RAS, storm drain system analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Bachelor's degree

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Columbus

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

May 7, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

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