Project Engineer Transportation (Hydraulics/Drainage)

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a highly motivated Hydraulics/Drainage Engineer with extensive experience in large-scale, complex transportation infrastructure projects to join our dynamic team in our Chicago office.

This is an excellent opportunity to exercise your hydrological/hydraulic analyses and drainage calculations experience to serve as a lead Hydraulics/Drainage Engineer on roadway and bridge improvement projects in Illinois. This role may include interfacing and reporting to key clients, monitoring and managing budgets and schedules, and general project coordination. As a lead Hydraulics/Drainage Engineer, you will lead and execute tasks on multi-disciplinary projects.

The role will be challenging, complex, and varied. It will offer opportunities for career development and the opportunity to grow the business in the Chicago metropolitan area and the Midwest at large.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform hydrological/hydraulic analyses, modeling and drainage calculations.
• Analyze existing drainage systems, including contour maps, drainage areas, and watersheds.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and analyses to design proposed drainage systems including storm sewer systems, box culverts, detention facilities, and restrictor orifices.
• Prepare IDOT-compliant Location Drainage Studies (LDS) and coordinate with local municipalities.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates of time and construction for detailed design projects.
• Support business development initiatives, including preparation of proposals.
• Nurture an innovative, challenging, collaborative and high-performing work environment, which supports and fosters the Mott MacDonald values and culture where results are driven by a total team effort.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, or a related field, from an accredited university.
• 4+ years of professional engineering experience as a Hydraulics/Drainage Engineer.
• PE license in the state of Illinois or the ability to obtain it within 6 months.
• Technical knowledge of IDOT’s Phase I and Phase II design processes for roadways and bridges.
• Experience complying with IDOT D1’s drainage planning, design, and permitting requirements.
• Demonstrable knowledge of IDOT’s BDE, BLRS, and Drainage Manuals.
• Ability to scope and estimate hydraulics/drainage tasks and lead drainage coordination efforts.
• Competent verbal and technical writing communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $97,000 - $119,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equal opportunity is the law. 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.