Project Engineer, Water Resources Drainage

Project Engineer, Water Resources Drainage

RK&K

parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, South Carolina, Columbia

1201 Main Street (Show on map)

Jun 03, 2025

At RK&K, we are currently hiring a Licensed Project Engineer to join our Water Resources Transportation Division in Columbia, South Carolina. As a Water Resource Engineer at RK&K you will support company-wide efforts in stormwater management and drainage design for transportation related projects. You will be responsible for the planning, designing, and implementation of effective drainage systems to ensure efficient conveyance and management of stormwater. Your expertise in hydraulic modeling and the use of industry standard software will be essential to your role.

Essential Function

Develop and deliver industry leading stormwater management strategies for transportation projects, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines

Conduct drainage design activities, including the analysis of existing drainage systems, designing new drainage systems and ditches, and creating appropriate plans

Utilize hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS and SRH 2D to model major bridge and culvert crossings

Employ software tools such as GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, Hydraulic Toolbox and SEMM, to design and analyze pipe networks and culverts

Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations related to drainage design and stormwater management, contributing to the project deliverables and progress reporting

Prepare permit sketches, construction documents, specifications and cost estimates as needed

Perform scour analysis

Perform field investigations to collect data, take field measurements, photographs, sketches, and verifying surveys

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum of Five (5) years of experience as a Civil Engineer supporting transportation projects

Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Advanced knowledge of drainage design, H&H modeling and stormwater management

Proficient with industry software: MicroStation, HEC-RAS, SWMM

Experience supporting SCDOT and other local South Carolina agencies

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs and employee resource groups

Career Development

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Much Much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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