Senior Drainage Engineer

What You Will Do GFT is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sr. Drainage Engineer requiring regular attendance at either our Miami office or embedded at FDOT District 6 office in Miami, FL. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of drainage solutions for a variety of transportation infrastructure projects throughout Florida, with a strong focus on supporting the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and other public‑sector clients. You’ll support transportation and infrastructure projects by preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, drainage designs, and permitting documents. Your work will involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management design, and ensuring compliance with FDOT and local standards. Responsibilities Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and permitting documents. Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including stormwater collection system analysis. Develop stormwater management designs and obtain permits in compliance with state and local regulations. Perform reviews of drainage designs, plans, and reports for FDOT and municipal transportation projects. Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable FDOT standards and guidelines. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Transportation Engineering (or a related field). Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida. 5+ years post PE license. 10+ years of experience in drainage design for highway and roadway projects. Pump Station and Deep Well experience. Proficient in OpenRoads Designer. Strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual, Standard Plans, and Drainage Manual. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience on FDOT District 6 (D6) projects strongly preferred. Compensation The range for this position is $150,000 – $185,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. Incentive compensation for eligible positions. GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Location: Miami, FL Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr GFT