Drainage Project Engineer

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 4 years of progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience. What you’ll be doing Collecting and analyzing data for inclusion in Project Plans and reports Using computer engineering software to design stormwater management and storm drain systems, as well as soil erosion and sediment control systems Analyzing and designing hydrologic and hydraulic models for Transportation Improvement projects Permitting with different Regulatory and Water Management agencies Assisting and preparing project plans using OpenRoads Designer Contributing to the preparation and/or modification of considerable scope and complexity engineering reports and calculations for a wide variety of projects Preparing and assisting in the preparation of project construction details, quantities, cost estimates and project specifications Reviewing project quantity estimates, details, and check calculations and drawings for compliance to project requirements Preparing and assisting with the preparation of project schedules Collaborating across multiple disciplines, subconsultants, and other professionals to successfully deliver quality projects within budget and schedule Overseeing project design activities, supervising production efforts, and mentoring junior level support staff and other designers Performing other professional, management, marketing and networking duties as assigned Assist with roadway project development and other misc. civil engineering tasks for project design and delivery What you need to have Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering Valid Professional Engineering Licensure preferred or the ability to acquire it within 6 months 4 - 6 years of relative/progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Storm CAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA software Previous TxDOT Drainage design experience and strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) Bonus points if you have Strong interpersonal and communication skills Master's in Water Resources Key Benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental & Vision 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr