Senior Stormwater Engineer

Dudek is a 100% employee-owned firm founded in 1980 to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies. Today we support clients nationwide, delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments. Our work has earned national Top Workplace Awards and industry recognition for addressing key societal issues such as renewable energy, infrastructure hardening, environmental protection, and community resilience.

About the role

As an employee-owner, you will provide advanced technical expertise and project leadership in stormwater engineering. You will perform complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, lead stormwater design and plan production, manage key project components, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success through quality control, budget tracking, and client coordination.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced hydrologic and hydraulic calculations, modeling, and simulations to support stormwater system design.
• Lead the development and production of stormwater plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drainage studies, and stormwater documentation.
• Design grading, conveyance systems, and stormwater BMPs in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Review and optimize layouts, drainage systems, and material specifications for efficiency and constructability.
• Manage project phases or technical workstreams, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with internal teams, field staff, clients, and regulatory agencies to meet project objectives.
• Support project managers in tracking deliverables, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress of assigned work to meet financial targets and performance expectations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in stormwater engineering, including drainage design, BMPs, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance during plan production and design development.
• Review work of junior engineers and provide mentorship, training, and constructive feedback.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews on plans, reports, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, including NPDES requirements.
• Identify technical challenges and develop effective, innovative solutions.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams, project managers, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Present technical findings, design concepts, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Stay current with stormwater regulations, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and engineering efficiencies.
• Support business development efforts through proposals, technical input, and client engagement.
• Participate in professional organizations, training, and industry events.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in stormwater engineering, with strong expertise in design and plan production.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of California or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license and active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar tools.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with drainage analysis, grading design, pipe systems, and stormwater BMP design.
• Familiarity with California municipal, industrial, and construction NPDES programs.
• Experience managing project components, budgets, and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and contribute to team development.
• Experience supporting proposals, client relationships, and business development efforts.

Pay

$100,000–$130,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Occasional project site visits outdoors, which may include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles or equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods in an office or remote setting.
• Attending in-person or virtual meetings and speaking on the phone with peers and clients.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.