Senior Drainage/Hydraulics Engineer
Volkert · Springfield, VA, US · United States · On-site
Posted Oct 6, 2026
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We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Drainage/Hydraulics Engineer to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA or Virginia Beach, VA .
To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 10 years of progressive drainage/water resources experiences.
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
Conducting hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for Transportation Improvement projects
Preparing, applying and getting permits from local and state regulatory agencies
Assisting and preparing project plans using OpenRoads Designer
Contributing to the preparation and/or modification of scopes, complex 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 construction plans/documents, project quantity estimates, reports and supporting documents, details, 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
Valid Professional Engineering Licensure
10+ years of relative/progressive drainage/water resources experience for transportation projects
Experience with OpenRoads Designer, StormCAD, PCSWMM, Pondpack, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, GIS and Subsurface Utility Design and Analysis (SUDA) software
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 and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Bonus points if you have:
Previous VDOT Drainage design experience and strong knowledge of VDOT standards and procedures
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Master's in Water Resources field
Why Volkert?
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. At Volkert, we pride…