Drainage Engineer II

Parsons Corporation•Columbus, OH

1d•$74,800 - $130,900•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is looking for a talented Drainage Engineer II to join their team full-time to support large transformative transportation projects across the nation. These projects have construction values greater than $1 billion and aim to enhance mobility, safety, and reliability for communities. The position is hybrid, requiring the selected candidate to be centrally located to a Parsons office for regular in-office collaboration. Parsons is a leading design-build firm with a global presence, known for its work on challenging infrastructure projects like the Gordie Howe Bridge, Clear Path projects, Brent Spence project, and the SR 400 project. These projects offer career-defining opportunities for professional staff and new hires.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent)
5+ years of progressive experience in roadway/highway drainage design, hydrology, and hydraulics for transportation projects
Working knowledge of Bentley software products including Microstation, Open Roads Designer (Drainage Module), ProjectWise and PondPak
Experience with standard H&H software tools (e.g., FHWA HY-8 Culvert Analysis & Design, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and storm sewer modeling tools)
Familiarity with preparing drainage reports, calculations, and plan sets
Demonstrated experience applying state DOT and/or FHWA drainage design standards, criteria, and manuals on transportation infrastructure projects
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or the ability to obtain it in the near term
Ability to work in a hybrid model and be centrally located to a Parsons office to support in person collaboration with the project team

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering drainage design on interstate, managed lanes, or large corridor projects, ideally in a fast-growing urban or suburban environment
Familiarity with state DOT standards, procedures, and plan preparation requirements and/or prior experience on state DOT projects
Experience working in multidisciplinary teams on complex, schedule-driven programs, including P3 or design build projects
Working knowledge of stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and environmental permitting considerations that support NEPA and FHWA requirements
Strong communication skills and the desire to grow your career on a high visibility, nationally significant transportation program

Responsibilities

Supporting hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analysis and design of roadway drainage systems, including ditches, storm sewers, culverts, and cross drainage structures.
Preparing and reviewing drainage reports, calculations, and design documentation in accordance with state DOT, FHWA, and applicable federal and state standards.
Developing and refining drainage layouts, plans, profiles, and details within a multidisciplinary team environment, coordinating with roadway, structures, environmental, and traffic design disciplines.
Evaluating stormwater management and best management practices (BMPs) to support environmental compliance and NEPA commitments.
Assisting with responses to review comments from state DOTs, FHWA, and other stakeholders.
Supporting quantity development, cost estimates, and design criteria documentation for drainage elements.
Participating in internal and external coordination meetings to share drainage insights.
Collaborating in person with team members from a Parsons office while also leveraging remote work flexibility.