Hydro Engineer

A well-established multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm in Atlanta, GA and South Carolina is seeking a Civil Engineer specializing in hydraulics and drainage to support transportation and infrastructure projects. The firm provides planning, engineering design, and project management services for state and local government agencies and is known for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions through strong client relationships, technical excellence, and responsive communication.

Employees are viewed as the company's most valuable asset, and the organization fosters a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth, teamwork, and high performance.

• Design and analyze storm drainage systems, culverts, and erosion and sediment control systems for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using engineering software such as GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, and HEC-RAS.
• Prepare drainage designs in accordance with local, state DOT, and federal standards.
• Complete inlet design, spread calculations, hydraulic grade line analysis, and culvert sizing.
• Design detention ponds and perform stormwater routing calculations for increased drainage areas and impervious surfaces.
• Develop airport drainage and hydraulic designs in compliance with county, DOT, and FAA standards.
• Prepare construction plans, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Produce cost estimates and support the development of engineering specifications.
• Coordinate stormwater permitting and regulatory requirements with relevant agencies.
• Support both design-bid-build and design-build infrastructure projects while collaborating with project teams and clients.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Experience performing hydrologic and hydraulic design for infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Proficiency using drainage and hydraulic modeling software such as GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, or HEC-RAS.
• Strong understanding of stormwater management, culvert design, and erosion control practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, plans, and technical specifications.
• Experience preparing construction plans, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Familiarity with DOT, FHWA, or municipal drainage design standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Interested? Apply today!

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