What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Drainage Engineer position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
Transportation Drainage and Stormwater Project Engineer | I-64 Team
Make an Impact on the Future of Infrastructure!
At VHB, we believe in shaping the future of transportation and water resources. Join our expanding I-64 Transportation team and play a key role in transforming the way communities address drainage and stormwater challenges. As a Transportation Drainage and Stormwater Project Engineer, you’ll apply your hydraulics and hydrology expertise to deliver innovative solutions that enhance infrastructure, protect the environment, and ensure compliance with critical regulations.
This is your chance to make a real-world impact while advancing your career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. With hybrid work options across our Virginia offices - Richmond, Williamsburg, or Virginia Beach, you’ll enjoy flexibility while working alongside a team of industry leaders in transportation, land development, energy, and water resources engineering.
Why VHB?
- Work on cutting-edge projects in transportation infrastructure, from stormwater management to BMP retrofits and flood mitigation.
- Collaborate with clients and experts to shape sustainable solutions that exceed expectations.
- Enjoy a dynamic, supportive work environment that fosters professional development and growth.
Responsibilities:
- Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to provide innovative hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality solutions.
- Conduct comprehensive hydrologic and hydraulic studies using the latest modeling tools, including PC SWMM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HY-8, SRH-2D/SMS, and more.
- Develop detailed reports, design plans, construction documents, and specifications that address drainage and stormwater needs for transportation projects.
- Partner with VHB’s integrated team to evaluate permit requirements and prepare applications for approvals.
- Mentor and support team members, expanding their technical expertise and fostering collaborative learning.
- Drive business development by identifying and pursuing new opportunities to grow the team’s impact.
Skills & Abilities:
- A passion for innovative problem-solving and a drive to make a difference in transportation and water resources.
- Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and interpersonal—allowing you to collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
- Strong technical expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling programs, including ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
- A proactive, self-starter mentality, with a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams.
- An understanding of local, state, and federal technical requirements related to transportation infrastructure.
Qualifications:
- BS in civil/environmental engineering or related discipline
- 5-8 years of professional engineering and analysis experience
- PE (Professional Engineer) license required
We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.
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