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Civil Engineer - Hydraulics and Drainage (Transportation)

Mead & Hunt
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/7/2026

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm providing comprehensive planning, design, and construction solutions across a diverse range of sectors. From architecture, food and beverage processing, and federal projects to transportation, water infrastructure, and beyond, our innovative methodologies deliver cost-effective, forward-thinking solutions that elevate both our clients and the communities we serve.

 

At Mead & Hunt, our culture is founded on prioritizing people, doing the right thing, and making decisions that make sense. As an employee-owned company, we emphasize flexibility, giving back to our communities, and fostering lasting relationships. Through various employee programs, we invest in the growth and well-being of our employees. 

 

Mead & Hunt is currently looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Transportation team as a Civil Engineer - Hydraulics & Drainage in Bloomington, MN. 

Responsibilities include:

  • Serves as a project engineer on projects and as a technical resource and/or project manager
  • May assist with or lead marketing pursuits and/or act as a client contact
  • Assists with pricing, estimating, and scoping for proposed projects
  • Oversees analyses, computations, preparation of plans and reports relating to hydraulic problems encountered in planning and design of highways
  • Attends field reviews on new designs for highway projects
  • Recommends revisions to improve drainage design
  • Provides technical advice on pollution control measures and prepares stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs)
  • Prepares design for detention/retention basin and other stormwater/storm quality solutions
  • Coordinates with DOTs, County staff, environmental agencies, watershed districts, subconsultant staff, and other outside officials regarding design solutions for highway projects
  • Attends client meetings - days or nights
  • Other duties as assigned

 

A valid driver’s license and some travel will be required.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering from an accredited college or university and at least six (6) years of experience. PE licensure is required.

 

The ideal candidate will have any/all of the following:

  • 8 years of experience is preferred
  • Familiarity with MnDOT Hydraulics Unit design guidelines, policies and procedures
  • Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads Drainage, H&H software (HEC-RAS, EPA SWMM, HydroCAD)
  • Familiarity with preparing erosion control design and BMPs.
  • Familiarity with preparing SWPPPs

 

Why Mead & Hunt?

  • Strong Company Culture
  • Robust Career Advancement, Training, & Growth Opportunities
  • Employee-Owned Firm
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Diverse Skillsets, One Company
  • Impressive Benefits Package

 

If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers.

 

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. 

 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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