Storm Water Drainage Engineer 1/2 (Environmental Professional 1/2)

About the role

This position will be filled at either the Environmental Professional 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and specification of control measures and related features for stormwater management and sediment and erosion control, including Low Impact Development features, new infrastructure and retrofits of existing infrastructure.
• Hydraulic and hydrologic modeling using such programs as HY-8, Hydraulic Toolbox, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS.
• Provide technical direction to others on the use of storm water management and sediment and erosion control best management practices (BMPs).
• Conduct field assessments to evaluate BMP function and need.
• Perform storm water calculations to determine peak flow, runoff volume, storage volume, etc.
• Provide training and technical and regulatory guidance
• Support oversight of institutional compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) storm water permits (CGP, MSGP, MS4) and other federal and state requirements such as Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act, including:
• Develop regulatory documents such as Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, inspection reports, and annual reports.
• Perform and document regulatory site inspections.
• Provide oversight on construction projects to ensure correct installation of new drainage features.
• Support development and implementation of institutional storm water management strategies.
• Promote the implementation of Low Impact Development storm water management features.
• Aid in the development and implementation of institutional storm water management plans.
• Aid in the design and specification of Low Impact Development features.
• Development and maintenance of engineering standards relating to stormwater management and drainage.

Requirements

• Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Design: Knowledge of designing and specifying control measures and related features for storm water management and sediment and erosion control, including the performance of stormwater calculations used for sizing stormwater structures.
  • Modelling: Knowledge of the use of software for flow calculations and/or storm water management modelling (i.e., HEC, SWMM, TR-55, RUSLE2).
  • Sediment and Erosion Control: Knowledge of the use and management of storm water and sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in working effectively within a team environment, and working with and providing good customer service.
• Additional Job Requirements for Environmental Professional 2 (Storm Water Drainage Engineer 2):
  • Design: Experience in advanced drainage design and specifying control measures and related features for storm water management and sediment and erosion control, including the performance of stormwater calculations used for sizing stormwater structures.
  • Modelling: Experience utilizing hydrologic modeling methods such as the Rational Method, TR-55, and Unit Hydrograph.
  • Sediment and Erosion Control: Experience conducting storm water field inspections/assessments.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in working effectively within a team environment, and working with and providing good customer service.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• Desired Qualifications: BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or Hydrology is highly preferred. Knowledge of NPDES permits. Knowledge of Low Impact Development/Green Infrastructure features and water quality controls. Knowledge of construction means and methods. Knowledge of the principles and use of Geographic Information System software and data. Knowledge of the use of AutoCAD software. Knowledge of any of the following programs: HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM, TR-55, RUSLE2, Pond Pack, Hydraulic Toolbox, HY-8. Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)