Water Resources Engineering Designer

Overview

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KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career. We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply. KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The Engineering Designer should have experience with both stormwater modeling and design/implementation of drainage and conveyance infrastructure. This role includes working with current team members to complete flood studies/no‑rise analyses, bridge hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater master planning, municipal and DOT drainage/culvert analysis and design, and 2D hydraulic analyses. The Engineer will design and prepare drawings for various civil, transportation, traffic, structural, mechanical, water/wastewater, and utility projects, and will work closely under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, contributing to engineering calculations, drafting, and coordination of multiple engineering disciplines.

The role requires knowledge of engineering principles, relevant design software such as Micro Station, AutoCAD, or Revit, strong communication, technical writing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Open to hiring in any KCI South Carolina office with hybrid/remote options (Rock Hill, Greenville, Columbia, or Charleston).

• Completion of hydrologic and hydraulic studies (floodplain, drainage improvement, climate resiliency, dam breach).
• Design and preparation of construction drawings for various water resources projects including drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, restoration.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Micro Station and/or AutoCAD, HEC‑RAS, ArcGIS required. Civil3D, InRoads, and/or Open Roads experience preferred.
• Assist in the development of multiple projects and plans under the supervision of a project engineer or project manager.
• Perform work that involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment; assignments usually include engineering calculations, interpretation of engineering drawings and…