Water Resources Designer III

Job Description

McCormick Taylor is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in Southeast Pennsylvania to assist in the detailed design and delivery of projects and tasks related to stormwater management, drainage, H&H, erosion and sediment control, and NPDES Permitting. The successful candidate will join our Philadelphia, PA water resources team but will have the opportunity to work out of our New Jersey, Exton, or Delaware office locations and will also have the opportunity for remote work with flexible office and work schedules.

This position offers growth opportunity with leadership and mentoring of junior designers as well as with Project Management.

• Completion of calculations, reports and plans in support of water resources related projects including stormwater management, erosion and sedimentation control and drainage designs that are in accordance with PennDOT, PTC and PA DEP requirements.
• Analysis and design of stormwater management facilities, hydraulic structures, and roadway drainage systems
• Work in collaboration with a design team on multi‑discipline based projects
• Performing independent tasks, reviewing technical work of others
• Communicate and coordinate with regulatory agencies during the development of project designs and calculations

• 4+ years of experience in water resources related design
• Successful Candidate must possess a B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum with an interest in Water Resources/Hydrology and Hydraulics engineering.
• PA or DE Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment
• Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic calculation procedures related to stormwater management/green infrastructure and drainage designs
• Familiarity with PennDOT, PA DEP, DelDOT, DNREC, and local county/municipality design standards and requirements
• Chapter 102 and Chapter 105 Permitting
• Water resources technical design lead and/or project management experience
• Proficient with Micro Station and/or AutoCAD

• Experience with InRoads or Open Roads, Pond Pack, StormCAD
• Familiar with PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, SEPTA, PWD design standards and requirements
• Experience in either Delaware or New Jersey is considered a plus as there may be occasional project support needs with DelDOT, DNREC or NJDOT requirements.
• Hydrologic and Hydraulic design and reporting related to culverts and bridges
• Floodplain studies in FEMA detailed and non‑detailed study areas
• HEC‑RAS 1D, HEC‑RAS 2D, SRH‑2D, TUFLOW, XPSSWMM or PCSWMM
• Understanding of transportation design and project delivery
• Understanding and Implementation of MS4 Permit requirements including TMDLs
• Proven track record of successfully completing all phases of projects ranging from master planning and conceptual design through construction documentation and administration

We value your interest in our organization! At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset. If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together. We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package—including no‑deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, programs to enhance work‑life balance, and flexible and hybrid work schedules.

McCormick Taylor is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strongly supports and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all our employees and our applicants. Our commitment to inclusion spans age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, and physical and mental ability. Our focus is on building a culture that promotes, supports, and values the diverse backgrounds and voices of our employees so that everyone feels welcome and can succeed.

We strive to build a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.