What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hydraulic Engineer position at iLocatum?
HYDRAULIC ENGINEER
LOCATION: CHARLOTTE, NC
MUST-HAVES:
- 5 years of hydraulic / hydrology or civil engineering design experience
- B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field)
- Experience with stormwater, drainage, or roadway design
- Familiarity with HEC-RAS, MicroStation, or similar design tools
- Working knowledge of NCDOT standards / transportation projects (preferred)
- EIT certification (preferred or in progress)
About the Company
This is a well-established, multidisciplinary engineering firm based in Charlotte, NC, known for delivering transportation, hydraulic, and civil design projects across the Southeast. The company has a strong reputation in DOT work, a collaborative team environment, and offers hands-on experience with clear growth opportunities for engineers.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Hydraulic Engineer to support hydrologic and hydraulic design efforts on transportation and infrastructure projects in the Charlotte, NC area. This role will work closely with senior engineers to perform analysis, design stormwater and drainage systems, and contribute to roadway, bridge, and culvert projects. It offers hands-on exposure to DOT-level work, along with mentorship and a clear path toward professional growth and P.E. licensure.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for transportation and infrastructure projects
- Assist in the design of stormwater systems, roadway drainage, and erosion control solutions
- Support bridge and culvert hydraulic design and outfall analysis
- Utilize engineering software such as HEC-RAS, MicroStation, GEOPAK Drainage, OpenRoads, and SUDA
- Collaborate with senior engineers on project execution, schedules, and deliverables
- Participate in field reviews, site visits, and data validation efforts
- Prepare technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation
- Ensure designs comply with applicable DOT standards and regulatory requirements
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and engineering best practices
Why This Role
- Work on high-impact transportation and infrastructure projects
- Gain hands-on experience in hydrology and hydraulic design (not just support work)
- Learn directly from experienced engineers and industry professionals
- Exposure to DOT-level projects and standards
- Clear path toward P.E. licensure and long-term career growth
- Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as you develop
- Collaborative team environment with strong mentorship
- Access to industry-leading tools and technologies
- Stable role with long-term advancement potential