Arcadis

Stormwater Hydraulic Engineer - Kentucky

Arcadis$87K — $131K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years' experience in stormwater and roadway drainage design, including hydraulics and modeling
  • Project management experience with a track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
  • EIT certification; PE license or eligibility is preferred
  • Strong grasp of stormwater regulations and hydraulic analysis principles
  • Familiarity with design tools like HEC-RAS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS, with adaptability to learn new software

Responsibilities

  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to aid stormwater system designs
  • Prepare and review drainage reports and construction documentation
  • Ensure compliance with stormwater regulations and coordinate with relevant agencies
  • Develop stormwater design solutions for municipal and infrastructure projects
  • Conduct watershed studies and floodplain analyses focusing on potential impacts
  • Collaborate with teams to integrate drainage systems into overall project designs
  • Assist in construction phases by reviewing drawings and providing technical support

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage
  • Paid parental leave
  • Reward and recognition program
  • Optional wellbeing benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • 15 days of PTO accrued annually, plus nine paid holidays
Full Job Description
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support stormwater management system designs, including drainage networks, culverts, channels, detention/retention systems, and floodplain evaluations Prepare and review drainage reports, calculations, and construction documentation in accordance with project requirements and standards Ensure compliance with state and local stormwater regulations, including coordination with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Kentucky Division of Water Develop stormwater design solutions for transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects across Kentucky, ensuring alignment with environmental and permitting requirements Conduct watershed studies and floodplain analyses, including evaluation of potential impacts and mitigation strategies Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (roadway, structural, environmental) to integrate drainage and stormwater systems into overall project design Support permitting efforts, including preparation of regulatory documentation and coordination with relevant agencies Assist during construction phases by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and providing technical support Qualifications & Experience: Required Qualifications 7+ years of hands-on experience in stormwater and roadway drainage design, including culverts, bridges, detention/retention systems, and hydraulic modeling Proven project management experience, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to all phases of design-build and infrastructure projects Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited program Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification; Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility is a plus Strong understanding of state and local stormwater regulations, roadway design standards, and hydraulic analysis principles Familiarity with industry-standard design and modeling tools (HEC-RAS, HY-8, StormCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads, GIS) with a willingness to learn and adapt Key Attributes Experience contributing to DOT or state transportation projects is a plus, providing exposure to large-scale, high-impact infrastructure initiatives Solid understanding of FEMA floodplain regulations and ability to apply them in practical design solutions Strong knowledge of stormwater design, including open channel conveyance, closed drainage systems, and post-construction water quality practices tailored to linear transportation projects Hands-on experience with hydraulic and stormwater modeling software, including Bentley StormCAD, CulvertMaster, FlowMaster, ICPR, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, HY-8, SWMM, SMS, SRH-2D, with the ability to learn new tools quickly Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, regularly taking on new projects and challenges with confidence Possession of an NCEES record or willingness to establish one is a plus, supporting future PE licensure Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $87,912 - $131,868. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location. #CivilEngineering #StormwaterEngineering #HydraulicEngineering #TransportationEngineering #DesignBuild #KentuckyJobs #EngineeringCareers #InfrastructureEngineering #HECRAS #Civil3D #LI-CW1

About Arcadis

Arcadis is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides a range of services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, and buildings. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Arcadis has a presence in over 70 countries and employs more than 27,000 people worldwide. The company's clients include governments, businesses, and non-profit organizations. Arcadis is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
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