Drainage Engineer

RINA•Chicago, IL

5d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

RINA is currently recruiting for a Drainage Engineer to join its office in Chicago or Lisle, IL within the Environmental and Engineering Geoscience Division. The Drainage Engineer is responsible for performing engineering design that is associated with traditional highway/roadway projects. The technical work may involve hydrology and hydraulic calculations/modeling, completing drainage technical memorandums, Location Drainage Studies, and development of drainage plans and profile sheets. The Engineer will report to the Drainage Manager and work with a team of staff engineers and technicians. The work is to be completed in compliance with owner/clients’ (IL DOT, IL EPA, Chicagoland counties) standards and policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related with a focus in hydrology and hydraulics from an accredited university or college
2+ years of professional drainage study/design work
Knowledge of MicroStation
Excellent technical communication skills (oral and written)
Willingness to learn and invest in professional development
Self-starter who can work independently or part of a multi-discipline team
Ability to travel regionally for site visits and client meetings
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Professional Engineers License preferred
Familiarity with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM, and OpenDrainage a plus.
Work experience and knowledge of IDOT drainage design policies and procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop in MicroStation drainage plan and profile sheet traditionally associated with roadway reconstruction or rehabilitation projects.
Identify existing drainage areas and drainage patterns
Design proposed drainage systems for portions of local roadway, highways or interstates
Assist in the preparation of drainage studies including existing and proposed drainage plans, hydraulic reports, and Location Drainage Studies
Assist in the preparation of final engineering plans and specifications for drainage facilities including storm sewers systems, schedules, detention ponds, and water quality facilities
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculation for culvert and storm sewer sizing, including determining the hydraulic grade line and information traditionally included on the Waterway Information Table.
Coordinate with other engineers and support staff during plan development to ensure conformance to standards and code requirements
Responsible for adherence to quality control policies and procedures