Stormwater Engineer

Keystone Consulting Engineers•Allentown, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

KCE is hiring a Stormwater Engineer for its Allentown team. The role supports stormwater management and land development projects, including Act 167 planning, post-construction stormwater management, NPDES permitting, erosion and sediment control, drainage, and floodplain analysis. The engineer will contribute across project phases, developing practical and technically sound solutions in collaboration with project teams, clients, and public agencies. This is a full-time position based in KCE’s Allentown, Pennsylvania office, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule. Flexible schedules and limited remote work may be available depending on position, project, and team needs. The position includes paid overtime and occasional local travel for project sites, client meetings, and municipal or agency meetings. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate before starting, and must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
Five or more years of relevant civil engineering, stormwater, drainage, or water resources experience.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
Experience with stormwater and hydraulic modeling software such as HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar programs.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate project documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Sound judgment, attention to detail, practical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; KCE cannot provide employment visa sponsorship.
Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Allentown office or be willing to relocate before the start date.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Working knowledge of Pennsylvania stormwater regulations, NPDES permitting, and municipal approval processes.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with project teams to develop stormwater management solutions for land development, municipal, and public improvement projects.
Prepare Act 167 Stormwater Management Plans, hydrologic and hydraulic calculations, models, and technical reports.
Develop Post-Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) plans and supporting documentation for NPDES permit applications.
Prepare erosion and sediment control plans, narratives, calculations, and permit submissions.
Perform drainage and floodplain analyses using HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar programs.
Prepare construction plans, technical specifications, cost estimates, and supporting project documentation.
Coordinate municipal, county, conservation district, and regulatory agency submissions and permit applications.
Review subdivision, land development, zoning, and stormwater management requirements for project compliance.
Attend client, municipal, and agency meetings with project managers and senior engineers.
Coordinate with civil engineers, surveyors, landscape architects, inspectors, and other project team members.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Paid overtime
Medical plan options, including HDHP/HSA and traditional plans
Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with voluntary life options
Dental and vision coverage
401(k) with company match, including Traditional and Roth options
Paid vacation
Paid sick days
Nine paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company events and team-building activities
Flexible schedules
Limited remote work possibilities
Casual work environment
Opportunities for increasing responsibility and potential KCE shareholder participation