Transportation Drainage Engineer

Baxter and Woodman Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman Inc is seeking a Transportation Drainage Engineer for its offices in Chicago, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena. This role focuses on leading drainage analysis and design for transportation projects, requiring a B.S. in Civil Engineering and 4+ years of experience. The position promises a collaborative environment and opportunities for career advancement, complemented by a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401k plans

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in drainage and roadway infrastructure design.
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for municipal systems.
• Manage and complete IDOT Hydraulic Reports and drainage studies.
• Assist transportation department with engineering plans and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

HEC-RAS

StormCAD

Geopak

Job description

Your future position: Transportation Drainage Engineer

Choose your location: Chicago, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a highly motivated Drainage Engineer looking for career advancement, in our Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, Illinois offices. This position primarily consists of leading phase I and phase II drainage analysis and design tasks for a variety of transportation projects for State, County, and Local Agencies. Experience designing drainage components of transportation design projects is required. This team orientated position will include working with Baxter & Woodman’s diverse disciplines and offices.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models of municipal storm sewer and sanitary collection systems.
• Analyze and design stormwater facilities (open channels, culverts, storm sewers, detention basins, green infrastructure, etc.) and proposed improvement projects.
• Manage/complete IDOT Hydraulic Reports, Location Drainage Studies, Location Drainage Technical Memorandums, and other drainage studies.
• Identify permitting requirements and prepare permit application submittals for roadway improvements and transportation drainage projects.
• Assist the firm’s transportation department by managing and completing engineering plans, specifications and cost estimates using IDOT Standards.
• Assist with preparing proposals, scope and fee, and participate in interviews for drainage related projects.
• Oversee, coordinate, and provide QA/QC review for work performed by others.
• Communicate with clients and regulatory agencies.

Education Requirement

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering

Must-haves, what you will bring

• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with roadway and infrastructure design.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Work within a Team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer preferred but not required.
• Experience obtaining permits related to drainage design, floodplain/floodway, and wetland impacts, including U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 and IDNR-OWR Floodway Construction permits.
• Microstation/Geopak, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, and HY-8 capabilities with an understanding of IDOT workflow preferred.

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $105,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer