Drainage Engineer

We are seeking an experienced drainage engineering leader who specializes in transportation infrastructure projects, including highways, interchanges, and shared-use facilities. The ideal candidate will be skilled in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, stormwater system design, and erosion control planning. Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D is essential for delivering accurate and compliant designs. The role requires adeptness in managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality control, and serving as a trusted technical liaison for clients. A passion for driving innovative solutions for flood control and sustainable water management is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage engineering teams on transportation projects, including freeways, interstates, interchanges, urban and rural highways, and shared-use facilities.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support the design and construction of transportation infrastructure, public and private site developments, and flood control projects.
• Design drainage systems, including storm sewers, culverts, detention/water quality facilities, bridge deck drainage, river hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, and roadside ditches.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of the assigned design team to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project requirements.
• Perform design and oversee preparation of plans and details using OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and/or Civil 3D.
• Produce and ensure quality control of erosion control and/or stormwater management plans, reports, quantities, and specifications.
• Serve as lead drainage technical liaison with clients on project efforts.
• Manage local drainage engineering staff.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of drainage design experience related to transportation infrastructure projects
• Ability to lead effectively in a collaborative team environment and foster strong, positive relationships with both team members and clients
• Local county and municipality project experience
• Licensed Utah Professional Engineer

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering
• Experience working with Utah Department of Transportation
• Bridge scour revetment design
• Demonstrated work experience with hydrologic and hydraulic computer programs including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and SRH-2D

Enjoy a flexible 9/80 work schedule, allowing for every other Friday off. Benefit from comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, alongside financial wellness programs such as a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions. We support professional development through continuing education and training opportunities. Maintain a healthy work-life balance with Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay. Participate in a 401k retirement plan and take advantage of our Holistic Wellbeing Program, which focuses on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health. Access mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Jordan, Utah.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
Support for continuing education and training opportunities
Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
401k
Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule
Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Jordan,UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2025.

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Salary : $110,000 - $175,000