Drainage Project Engineer

Drainage Project Engineer

Volkert Inc.

paid time off, 401(k)

United States, Texas, Rockwall

2850 Shoreline Trail (Show on map)

Jun 10, 2025

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Drainage Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in Texas.

What you'll be doing:

Collecting and analyzing data for inclusion in Project Plans and reports

Using computer engineering software to design stormwater management and storm drain systems, as well as soil erosion and sediment control systems

Analyzing and designing hydrologic and hydraulic models for Transportation Improvement projects

Permitting with different Regulatory and Water Management agencies

Assisting and preparing project plans using OpenRoads Designer

Contributing to the preparation and/or modification of considerable scope and complexity engineering reports and calculations for a wide variety of projects

Preparing and assisting in the preparation of project construction details, quantities, cost estimates and project specifications

Reviewing project quantity estimates, details, and check calculations and drawings for compliance to project requirements

Preparing and assisting with the preparation of project schedules

Collaborating across multiple disciplines, subconsultants, and other professionals to successfully deliver quality projects within budget and schedule

Overseeing project design activities, supervising production efforts, and mentoring junior level support staff and other designers

Performing other professional, management, marketing and networking duties as assigned

What you need to have:

Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering (Master's in water resources fields a plus)

Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.) preferred or the ability to acquire it within 6 months

4 - 6 years of relative/progressive drainage/water resources and TxDOT experience

Experience with OpenRoads Designer, Storm CAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA software

Previous TxDOT Drainage design experience and strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines

Valid driver's license

A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:

Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion,

Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment

Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems

Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written

Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and a positive work/life balance

Challenging and innovative projects

Employee referral program

Professional development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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