What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Latitude 36?
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Engineer with expertise in stormwater management, drainage design, and hydrology/hydraulics modeling. Experience with site grading and land development design is beneficial.
The ideal candidate will support civil engineering projects by developing innovative stormwater solutions, preparing design calculations, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
This position requires regular remote work but involves occasional travel to Maryland for meetings.
Responsibilities:
- Design and analyze stormwater management systems, including detention/retention ponds, culverts, storm sewers, and channel improvements.
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling using specialized software such as HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, SWMM, and StormCAD.
- Prepare stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), erosion control designs, and drainage impact studies.
- Conduct site grading and drainage design for land development, transportation, and infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop project plans, specifications, and reports.
- Evaluate designs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal stormwater regulations, including MS4 permits and FEMA floodplain requirements.
- Assist in preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, and supporting permitting project managers with client coordination, permitting, and construction services.
- Perform site visits and field investigations as needed.
