Seeking a Hydraulics Engineer to support the design of infrastructure projects throughout the Southeast. With hybrid flexibility, this role offers leadership potential. You'll work closely with Project Engineers and multidisciplinary teams on Design-Bid-Build and Alternative Delivery projects, providing support in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, erosion control, stormwater abatement, and green infrastructure for highway, bridge, municipal street, and pedestrian projects.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will scale with experience and may include:
- Perform and/or assist in drainage design for highway and bridge construction projects.
- Conduct field investigations and assessments to support design.
- Develop and review hydrologic and hydraulic models, calculations, and design documents.
- Prepare stormwater management plans, specifications, and permit submittals.
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure designs meet DOT and regulatory standards.
- Produce drainage designs using MicroStation – GEOPAK and/or Open Roads Designer (ORD).
- Support or lead preliminary project cost estimates and quantity evaluations.
- Participate in or lead meetings with clients, stakeholders, and agencies.
- Mentor junior staff and review their technical work (senior-level).
- Contribute to or lead NPDES permitting, scour analysis, FEMA/flood modeling, ditch/culvert/pond design, and erosion & sediment control.
- Support projects like VDOT Richmond District Bridge Bundles and the Western Area Infrastructure Improvement.
Qualifications
Required for all candidates:
- Strong foundation in hydrology and hydraulics.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across disciplines.
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in modeling and design software to include MicroStation, GEOPAK, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, TR-20, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox, HY8, etc.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (US Resident or Green Card required).
- Must pass pre-employment screening; drug-free workplace.
Senior-Level (PE) Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; a master’s degree is desired.
- PE license required; VA License desired.
- 5–10+ years of experience in drainage and stormwater design for infrastructure projects.
- Advanced knowledge of VDOT standards.
- Proven ability to mentor and review the work of junior engineers.
