Transportation Drainage Engineer IV

AECOM Corporation; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Transportation is seeking a Transportation Drainage Engineer in Orlando to perform drainage design and analysis for transportation projects across Florida and beyond. You will contribute to hydraulics and hydrology calculations and construction plan production using DOT standards.

You will work with a hands-on manager and a large, collaborative team, supporting multiple projects and states, and you will pursue career development and technical growth within a global infrastructure leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 6 years of drainage engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience designing drainage conveyance systems and plans to DOT standards.
• Experience in pond design including grading, hydrology, hydraulics, and control structures.

Responsibilities

• Develop drainage design and production for Transportation projects, including hydraulics and hydrology calculations.
• Prepare construction plans using DOT standards and applicable FHWA circulars.
• Collaborate with clients and staff to meet project standards and client expectations.
• Assist in open/closed drainage system design and stormwater facilities to meet water quality/quantity goals.

Skills

Drainage engineering

Civil engineering

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

GEOPAK

OpenRoads

StormCad

HY-8

ICPR

HEC-RAS

MS Office

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Orlando, FL - 390 N. Orange Ave
• Compensation: USD 110,000 - USD 135,000 - yearly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM Transportation is actively seeking a Transportation Drainage Engineer for employment due to a robust and growing backlog. This individual will be responsible for performing engineering analysis for drainage design associated with Transportation projects. As an AECOM Transportation Drainage Engineer, you can look forward to:

• Working on diverse transportation projects including various assignments for the Department of Transportation and local municipalities throughout Florida and other states.
• Work with a hands-on and supportive manager, who will work with you to develop a 5 year career development planincorporating your desires and input.
• Work with a high-profile large team in a collegial work environment, who support multiple large projects in multiple states. The team comprises of all levels of staff and includes senior support for technical growth and project management.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Developing strong working relationships with clients and staff plus maintain a high level of project standards and meeting or ideally exceeding client expectations
• Perform drainage design and production for Transportation projects including calculations and plans preparation. Calculations include hydraulics and hydrology using appropriate methodologies for transportation facilities. Production includes preparation of construction plans using standards for appropriate Department of Transportation. Working knowledge of underlying Federal Highway Administration hydraulic circulars is preferred.
• Applicants must be able to clearly identify, communicate, and work in a cohesive team atmosphere to solve systematic problems and forecast potential issues with evolving design of other disciplines.
• Applicant can identify and apply applicable policies, methods, practices, and procedures of drainage design.
• Assists in the design of open and closed collection and conveyance systems for Transportation projects.
• Assists in design of stormwater management facilities to meet water quality and quantity requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering degree or related discipline and 6years of experience as a Drainage Engineer or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Experience in design of drainage conveyance systems and plans prepared in compliance with state DOT standards.
• Experience in pond design including grading, plan sheet development, hydrology, hydraulics, and control structure design.
• Experience in the following software: Microstation, GEOPAK, OpenRoads, StormCad or other equivalent CAD software, HY-8, ICPR, HEC-RAS and MS Office.
• Good at communication and teamwork.

Additional Information

• Relocation is notavailable for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.