Water Resources Engineering Specialist

Responsible for planning, design and implementation of drainage improvement, stormwater management and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling projects, with a focus on projects for the transportation sector. Work closely with project managers and under the supervision of a licensed engineer to perform the following duties:

• develop comprehensive drainage designs for DOT and municipal projects using Micro Station and Open Roads Designer (ORD), ensuring compliance with applicable standards, details and specifications, including drainage manual standards, QA/QC protocols and permitting requirements
• develop drainage and stormwater plans and details
• prepare drainage plan sets to be submitted as standalone construction-level plans or incorporated with civil packages for transportation projects
• prepare Storm Water Management Reports and other technical reports
• prepare culvert/bridge hydrologic and hydraulic studies
• assist in development of project Scopes of Work and cost estimates
• coordinate drainage designs with other civil/transportation disciplines including Roadway, Structures, Utilities, & MOT

Position duties require extensive utilization of Open Roads Designer (StormCAD), Microstation, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, PCSWMM, FHWA HY-8 and Hydraulic Toolbox.

Position based in Raleigh, North Carolina and requires approximately 15% travel time to client project sites within the East South Central and South Atlantic regions. May work from home up to 2 days per week, subject to change at any time.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, including coursework in hydrology and water resources, followed by minimum two years of experience in the position offered.

• Full benefits package.
• Position eligible for STV Employee Referral Award Program.
• Details of benefits offered can be found at

Applicants must be authorized to accept permanent employment in the U.S. with any employer.

STV Inc., 400 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, NC 27603.

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