Drainage Engineer Orange County

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Project Engineer (Flood & Drainage) Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000

Join an award-winning engineering consulting firm recognized for its innovative culture, employee development, and commitment to solving complex infrastructure challenges across California. This employee-focused organization empowers engineers to grow their careers while working on meaningful projects that improve communities and build resilience for the future.

We are seeking a Project Engineer to join a growing Flood & Drainage team supporting public agency clients throughout California. This role is ideal for a licensed PE with experience in water resources engineering, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater systems, and flood risk reduction projects.

• Develop and analyze hydrologic and hydraulic models for stormwater, watershed, floodplain, and flood control projects.
• Perform flood risk assessments, drainage studies, and infrastructure deficiency evaluations.
• Support drainage master plans, FEMA flood studies, and climate resilience initiatives.
• Assist in the design and evaluation of pump stations, detention basins, channels, culverts, and storm drain systems.
• Develop GIS databases, mapping products, and geospatial analyses to support engineering studies.
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, exhibits, and client presentations.
• Coordinate with public agencies, project stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of water resources engineering experience.
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Info Works ICM, XP-SWMM, TUFLOW, MIKE, or similar modeling software.
• Experience with floodplain mapping, FEMA studies, drainage master planning, and hydraulic modeling.
• Strong ArcGIS Pro and geospatial data management experience.
• Knowledge of stormwater infrastructure, flood control facilities, and watershed management.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively while mentoring junior team members.

• Base salary of $115,000 - $145,000, depending on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company contributions.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Unique employee-focused culture with strong work-life balance.

If you're passionate about water resources, flood mitigation, and resilient infrastructure, this is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects that make a real impact. You'll join a collaborative team that values innovation, invests heavily in employee growth, and provides a clear path toward technical and project leadership.