Civil Engineer – Drainage

EMCS, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

EMCS, Inc. is seeking a civil engineer with drainage experience to contribute to the design and delivery of transportation and site development projects. The position may be based in the company’s Milwaukee, Wausau, or Middleton, Wisconsin office. EMCS provides civil engineering services to public and private clients on projects of varying sizes and was founded in 1983, with offices in Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan. The engineer will perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, develop drainage designs and models, prepare 3D models, exhibits, and plans, and support technical design across civil engineering transportation projects. The role also involves coordinating with utility companies and agencies, estimating quantities and costs, and participating in quality assurance reviews. EMCS offers competitive salaries, a 401(k) match, and a commitment to professional development and community involvement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin, or ability to obtain registration within 6 months.
5–12 years of professional experience in civil engineering, including design experience in site or transportation design, drainage facility design, storm water management, and permitting in Wisconsin.
Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, hydrology, and hydraulic software.
Proficiency with MS Office.
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Perform hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analyses for roadway, highway, interchange, bridge, and site projects.
Design closed storm sewer systems, roadside ditches, culverts, underdrains, and cross-drainage structures.
Develop drainage designs in accordance with DOT manuals, AASHTO guidance, and FHWA requirements.
Evaluate design storm criteria, roadway spread, inlet spacing, and erosion control measures.
Develop and refine H&H models using HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), SWMM, HydroCAD, or equivalent tools.
Develop 3D models, exhibits, and plans for transportation, municipal, and site development projects.
Assist in technical design for a variety of civil engineering transportation projects.
Coordinate with utility companies and other agencies.
Calculate quantities and develop construction cost estimates.
Participate in quality assurance and reviews of design plans, specifications, and estimates.