Drainage Engineer II

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* Job Description:

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* In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

Parsons is looking for a talented Drainage Engineer to help design the critical transportation and stormwater infrastructure that connects and protects communities across the country. As a key member of our multidisciplinary design team, you'll work on high‑visibility projects, mentor junior engineers, and take ownership of your designs from concept through construction.

You'll be supported by a collaborative team, industry‑leading tools, and a culture that truly invests in your growth-while enjoying the flexibility, benefits, and stability of a global engineering firm.

** Why This Role is Different*
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** Meaningful impact:
** Design stormwater and drainage systems that improve safety, mobility, sustainability, and resilience for entire communities.

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** Career growth & mentorship:
** Lead segments of complex projects, guide junior engineers, and work closely with senior drainage experts who are invested in helping you grow into a Technical Lead / Project Manager.

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** Variety of projects:
** Contribute to local and national transportation projects, including highways, interchanges, corridors, and alternative project delivery (design‑build, CM/GC) work.

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** Flexible, people‑first culture:
** Benefit from flexible work schedules, best‑in‑class benefits, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)-allowing you to share in the company's success.

** What You'll Be Doing*
* You will be a key contributor in the planning and design of drainage and stormwater systems for transportation infrastructure projects, with responsibilities including:

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** Project & technical design*
* + Perform hydraulic and hydrologic analysis for storm drains, detention/retention facilities, culverts, and water quality (BMP/LID) features.

+ Develop storm drain plans, profiles, details, and specifications in collaboration with senior drainage engineers.

+ Apply current DOT/FHWA drainage, hydraulic, and hydrology standards and practices in design.

+ Prepare technical calculations, exhibits, and drainage reports that clearly communicate your design approach.

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** Team leadership & coordination*
* + Manage and delegate daily tasks to junior engineers, providing mentorship and guidance on standard engineering practices and use of CAD drainage modeling software.

+ Coordinate with roadway, structural, utilities, environmental, and other disciplines to deliver integrated project designs.

+ Lead the drainage design effort for local projects as well as segments of larger alternative project delivery projects (design‑build, CM/GC).

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** Quality, client interaction, and business support*
* + Implement and champion QA/QC standard practices to ensure high‑quality, buildable designs.

+ Interface directly with clients to address review comments, resolve design issues or constraints, and present technical findings.

+ Support proposal efforts and business development activities by contributing technical write‑ups, level‑of‑effort estimates, and innovative design approaches.

** What You'll Bring (Required)*
* + Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).

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** 6+ years
** of related civil engineering experience, with a focus on drainage, stormwater, and/or hydrology.

+ Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) certification and ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

+ Experience in storm drain and water quality design on  
** transportation projects**  (highways, roads, bridges, or related infrastructure).

+ Proficiency with  
** Micro Station, Open Roads Designer, and/or Civil 3D
** in a production design environment.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly document analyses and…