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Volkert

Drainage Project Engineer

Volkert, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


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 the latest CADD software including but not limited to MicroStation, OpenRoads, Civil3D, and/or AutoCADD, among others 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 MicroStation, Geopak, Civil3D, Storm CAD, ORD, ICPR, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA software Previous TxDOT Drainage design experience and strong knowledge of TxDOT standards and procedures 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

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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