Senior Engineer, Drainage

Egis Group • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

Egis is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer for its Salt Lake City, Utah office. The role leads stormwater design for bid-build and design-build projects, including roadway drainage, bridge hydraulics, and closed-system analysis. The engineer develops drainage layouts and design improvements using industry-standard software, manages technical reports, cost estimates, and coordination with regional stormwater agencies on permitting, and serves as a technical lead for junior engineers and technicians. The position involves collaboration with multidisciplinary staff and reviewers to deliver high-quality work on schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• At least 10 years of dedicated stormwater design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Utah and/or Colorado, or ability to obtain reciprocity within 12 months.
• Proficiency in MicroStation ORD and GEOPAK Drainage.
• Ability to communicate complex engineering concepts through clear drawings, technical documents, and verbal presentations for clients and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 2D modeling tools such as SRH-2D and SMS.
• Experience with ArcGIS.
• Familiarity with UDOT or CDOT standards.
• Familiarity with FEMA LOMR/CLOMA processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead stormwater design for bid-build and design-build projects, including roadway drainage, bridge hydraulics, and closed-system analysis.
• Use HEC-RAS, HY-8, GEOPAK Drainage, and MicroStation ORD to develop drainage layouts and design improvements.
• Manage technical reports, cost estimates, and permitting coordination with regional stormwater agencies.
• Provide technical leadership, training, and guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary support staff and reviewers to ensure high-quality, on-schedule project delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow.
• Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Paid family leave.
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• May be eligible for incentive compensation, where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior