GPI is seeking a Drainage Design Engineer to join our growing transportation and infrastructure team. This position focuses on the planning, analysis, and design of roadway drainage systems, bridge crossings and stormwater management systems for a wide range of public and private sector projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in hydrology and hydraulics and experience supporting transportation, highway, and site development projects. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com
Responsibilities
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for roadway, bridge, and site development projects
Design hydraulic structures and prepare Bridge Survey Reports and Culvert Survey Reports
Perform floodplain analysis and prepare SFC/CLOMR/LOMR packages
Design stormwater management and drainage systems including:
Closed drainage systems, cross-pipes and open channels
Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs)
Prepare drainage reports, calculations, construction drawings, and technical memoranda
Design erosion and sediment control plans and prepare supporting documents and calculations
Apply state NCDOT, municipal, and regulatory design criteria and standards
Coordinate with roadway, structural, utilities and environmental design teams
Support permit applications with permit drawings and Stormwater Management Plans
Assist with construction phase services, including shop drawing review and field support
Mentor junior staff and contribute to quality control efforts (as experience level allows)
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Biological and Agricultural Engineering, or related field
4+ years of drainage and hydraulic design experience (transportation preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
Working knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics principles
Proficiency with drainage and design software such as:
HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HY-8
HydroCAD, StormCAD, or similar
MicroStation / OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D
Familiarity with NCDOT and local agency drainage, erosion and sediment control, and floodplain standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment
Preferred Experience
Hydrologic and Hydraulic analysis and design for NCDOT highway and transportation projects
Stormwater permitting and regulatory coordination experience
Floodplain analysis and FEMA mapping support experience
2-D Floodplain Modeling experience
Experience with green infrastructure and sustainable drainage solutions
