Stormwater Engineer (Technical Lead)
Terms: 25%, net 15, 90-day guarantee
Job Title: Stormwater Engineer (Technical Lead)
Location:
● Primary: Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL
● Additional: Crown Point, IN; Indianapolis, IN
● Relocation: Open for the right candidate
Work Schedule:
● Hybrid: 3 days in the office and 2 days work-from-home.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Employment Type: Full-time
Eligibility: Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and visa holders
Must-Have:
● Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
● 8-12 years of water resources engineering experience (flexible for highly experienced
candidates).
● Technical project leadership.
● Hands-on stormwater design and management.
● Expertise in hydraulic analysis for open stream projects.
● Proficiency with hydrology and hydraulics modeling tools (HEC-RAS and SWMM).
● Strong skills in roadway drainage and flood reduction projects.
● Illinois and/or Indiana PE license.
● Project resume showcasing technical leadership in relevant projects.
Nice-to-Have:
● Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
● Experience in erosion control and floodplain management.
● Proficiency with MicroStation (AutoCAD a plus).
About the Company
For over 95 years, this firm has provided comprehensive engineering solutions across
multiple disciplines, including water resources, roadway, structural, municipal, electrical
and lighting, construction, and forensic projects. The team develops practical and
innovative design solutions while maintaining project schedules and budgets. By
fostering trust, responsiveness, and a commitment to excellence, the company serves a
growing and diverse client base while respecting the environment and better serving the
community.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Stormwater Engineer (Technical Lead) to join our Water Resources
team. The successful candidate will lead technical aspects of projects, providing
hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and designing solutions for stormwater and floodplain
challenges. This role will involve collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring
staff, and maintaining positive client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
● Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for floodplains, floodways, bridge, and
culvert crossings.
● Analyze flood problem areas, identify issues, and develop/design alternative solutions.
● Design stormwater systems for municipal and roadway projects, including
conveyance, storage, and quality best management practices.
● Design soil erosion and sediment control practices.
● Serve as the technical lead, managing engineers and technicians to complete project
plans, while independently handling critical tasks as needed.
● Conduct calculations/models, prepare reports, draft plans, and perform cost
estimation.
● Review and validate engineering work completed by team members.
● Maintain positive relationships with clients and vendors.
● Mentor and support staff engineers.
Team & Company Details
● Company Size: ~70 employees.
● Water Resources Team: 10 members, led by a senior leader.
● Opportunities to collaborate on multidisciplinary projects.
Join us and contribute to innovative stormwater and floodplain engineering solutions that
shape communities for the better. Apply today!
