Drainage/Sormwater Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering, Environmental Compliance
Lead Resilient Water Solutions, Mid Atlantic Columbia, SC Office Culture:
Our engineering team thrives in a warm, collaborative environment where long-standing relationships and deep institutional knowledge are the norm. Many of our employees have been with the company for decades, contributing to a strong sense of continuity, mentorship, and pride in our shared accomplishments.
We foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where ideas are freely exchanged and every voice is valued. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or a new team member, you'll find a supportive atmosphere that encourages growth, innovation, and mutual respect.
Beyond the work itself, our office culture brings people together through regular events, celebrations, and community-building activities. From casual lunches to themed gatherings, there's always something happening to strengthen our connections and make work more enjoyable.
What We’re Looking For:Michael Baker International is seeking a talented Drainage/Stormwater Engineer to join our busy Columbia, SC office. This Engineer will have exposure to a wide range of interesting applications under the supervision of experts and leaders in the Water industry.
What You’ll Do:As a key member of our team, you will assist other Project Engineers & Project Managers with tasks to include:
- Preparing construction plans and specifications
- Stormwater design for projects including both bid-build and design-build projects
- Assisting in all aspects of roadway drainage design including bridge hydraulic studies, culvert design, closed drainage system analysis, and sediment and erosion control design
- Performing hydrologic & hydraulic studies using software such as GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, and HEC-RAS
- Preparing cost-estimates and technical reports
- Coordinating permitting efforts with various stormwater agencies
- Training/mentoring junior engineers and technicians
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
- A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in stormwater design/analysis
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, OR eligibility to obtain license within 6-12 months
- Experience with Micro Station and GEOPAK Drainage
- Experience with ArcGIS
- Strong problem-solving skills
- SCDOT experience
- Experience with HEC-RAS, SMS, SRH-2D, and SWMM
- Experience with Open Roads Designer
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