Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain Texas PE reciprocity within six months.
Minimum of 5 years of drainage engineering experience for municipal or public works projects.
Experience with designing storm sewer systems and drainage improvements.
Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer Drainage Utility (ORD-DU) preferred.
Familiarity with floodplain regulations and stormwater management requirements.
Strong communication skills for technical reporting and client interaction.
Responsibilities
Prepare and review drainage design plans and technical reports for public infrastructure projects.
Develop stormwater management solutions meeting all regulatory requirements.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and construction cost estimates for public works projects.
Utilize drainage modeling software to evaluate systems and develop improvements.
Coordinate with various engineering teams to integrate drainage solutions into project designs.
Assist in preparing deliverables, including studies and permit applications for municipal clients.
Participate in project and client meetings, ensuring stakeholder engagement.
Benefits
401k Match: 100% up to 4% with immediate vesting plus 3% Safe Harbor Contribution.
Merit-Based Bonus Compensation.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance with HSA contributions.
9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays.
Personal Time Allowances and 2 to 4 weeks of vacation based on experience, with rollover.
Unlimited Sick Days.
Mentorship Program for professional development.
Employee Referral Program with incentives for referrals.
Full Job Description
Location: This position can be based in any of the following BGE Texas locations: South Austin, North Austin (Round Rock), San Antonio, Halletsville.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and review drainage design plans, hydrologic and hydraulic calculations, drainage reports, and technical memoranda for public infrastructure projects, including roadway improvements, municipal street reconstruction, storm sewer systems, channel improvements, detention facilities, and flood mitigation projects.
Develop stormwater management solutions in compliance with municipal, county, and regulatory agency requirements, ensuring designs are practical, cost-effective, and constructible.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, storm sewer sizing, inlet evaluations, culvert design, detention pond analysis, drainage modeling, quantity takeoffs, and construction cost estimates for public works projects.
Utilize industry-standard drainage modeling and design software, including OpenRoads Designer Drainage Utility (ORD-DU), to analyze drainage systems, evaluate flood risk, and develop drainage infrastructure improvements.
Coordinate with roadway, water, wastewater, structural, survey, environmental, and planning teams to integrate drainage solutions into overall project designs.
Assist in preparing project deliverables for municipal clients, including drainage studies, engineering reports, permit applications, design plans, specifications, and agency submittals.
Participate in client meetings, project coordination meetings, and agency reviews with municipalities, counties, drainage districts, and other stakeholders.
Provide technical support during design development, quality assurance reviews, construction administration activities, and responses to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs).
Mentor junior engineering staff and assist with technical development, project delivery, and quality control efforts.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain Texas PE reciprocity within six months of hire.
Minimum of 5 years of drainage engineering experience supporting municipal, county, or public works infrastructure projects.
Experience designing storm sewer systems, detention facilities, open channels, culverts, and roadway drainage improvements.
Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer Drainage Utility (ORD-DU) preferred.
Working knowledge of MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer (ORD), Civil 3D, and/or AutoCAD.
Familiarity with municipal drainage criteria manuals, floodplain regulations, and stormwater management requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and interact effectively with clients and project teams.
Proposal preparation, business development, and client management experience is a plus.
Some of our Benefits:
401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
Personal Time Allowances
2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
"Unlimited" Sick Days.
Mentorship Program - Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family
