Water Resources Engineering Designer

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Water Resources Engineering Designer in South Carolina. The role involves hydrologic and hydraulic studies, drainage design, and preparation of construction drawings for water resources projects across several SC offices.

Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Revit, plus strong MS Word/Excel skills, is required. The candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, a ABET-accredited engineering degree, and excellent communication and technical

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-Accredited Program.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Revit.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• EIT certification preferred (ability to obtain PE within two years).

Responsibilities

• Complete hydrologic and hydraulic studies (floodplain, drainage improvement, climate resiliency).
• Design and preparation of construction drawings for various water resources projects, including drainage and stormwater management.
• Working knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, ArcGIS; Civil3D/OpenRoads experience preferred.
• Assist in development of multiple projects and plans under supervision of a project engineer or project manager.
• Perform work involving plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment, including engineering calculations and drafting.
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills and be a self-motivated, dynamic individual.
• EIT certification preferred (ability to obtain PE within two years required).

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

HEC-RAS

ArcGIS

Civil3D

OpenRoads

InRoads

Job description

Water Resources Engineering Designer

Job Locations

US-SC-Rock Hill | US-SC-Columbia | US-SC-Greenville | US-SC-Charleston

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

The Engineering Designer should have experience with both stormwater modeling and design/implementation of drainage and conveyance infrastructure. This role includes working with current team members to complete flood studies/no-rise analyses, bridge hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater master planning, municipal and DOT drainage/culvert analysis and design, and 2D hydraulic analyses. The designer will design and prepare drawings for various civil, transportation, traffic, structural, mechanical, water/wastewater, and utility projects. The role requires knowledge of engineering principles, relevant design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Revit, strong communication and technical writing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Open to hiring in any KCI South Carolina office with hybrid/remote options (Rock Hill, Greenville, Columbia or Charleston).

Key Responsibilities:

• Completion of hydrologic and hydraulic studies (floodplain, drainage improvement, climate resiliency, dam breach).
• Design and preparation of construction drawings for various water resources projects, including drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, restoration.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, ArcGIS required. Civil3D, InRoads, and/or OpenRoads experience preferred.
• Assist in development of multiple projects and plans under the supervision of a project engineer or project manager.
• Perform work involving conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment, including engineering calculations, interpretation of engineering drawing and specifications, proposal preparation, coordination of multiple engineering disciplines, drafting/CADD work, progress reports, and may supervise small projects.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be a self-motivated dynamic individual.
• EIT certification preferred (ability to obtain PE within two years required).

Essential duties and responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-Accredited Program.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Revit.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Preferred:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.