RINA is currently recruiting for a Drainage Engineer to join its office in Chicago or Lisle, IL within the Environmental and Engineering Geoscience Division.

Compensation Data

$75,000 - $95,000 commensurate with education and experience

Mission

The Drainage Engineer is responsible for performing engineering design that is associated with traditional highway/roadway projects. The technical work may involve hydrology and hydraulic calculations/modeling, completing drainage technical memorandums, Location Drainage Studies, and development of drainage plans and profile sheets. The Engineer will report to the Drainage Manager and work with a team of staff engineers and technicians. The work is to be completed in compliance with owner/clients' (IL DOT, IL EPA, Chicagoland counties) standards and policies.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop in MicroStation drainage plan and profile sheet traditionally associated with roadway reconstruction or rehabilitation projects.
• Identify existing drainage areas and drainage patterns
• Design proposed drainage systems for portions of local roadway, highways or interstates
• Assist in the preparation of drainage studies including existing and proposed drainage plans, hydraulic reports, and Location Drainage Studies
• Assist in the preparation of final engineering plans and specifications for drainage facilities including storm sewers systems, schedules, detention ponds, and water quality facilities
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculation for culvert and storm sewer sizing, including determining the hydraulic grade line and information traditionally included on the Waterway Information Table.
• Coordinate with other engineers and support staff during plan development to ensure conformance to standards and code requirements
• Responsible for adherence to quality control policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related with a focus in hydrology and hydraulics from an accredited university or college
• 2+ years of professional drainage study/design work
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Professional Engineers License preferred
• Knowledge of MicroStation
• Familiarity with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM, and OpenDrainage a plus.
• Work experience and knowledge of IDOT drainage design policies and procedures is a plus
• Excellent technical communication skills (oral and written)
• Willingness to learn and invest in professional development
• Self-starter who can work independently or part of a multi-discipline team

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to travel regionally for site visits and client meetings
• Valid driver's license

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.