Stormwater Engineer

Arcadis•Nashville, TN

4h•$88,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Stormwater Engineer to help deliver innovative and sustainable Stormwater Engineering solutions that protect communities and improve transportation infrastructure across Tennessee. As part of a global network of engineers, planners, and technical experts, you will tackle complex drainage and roadway projects, delivering practical, lasting solutions while advancing your career and expanding your professional expertise. You will collaborate with curious, multidisciplinary teams on projects ranging from interstates and urban corridors to bridges and design-build initiatives.

Requirements

7+ years of hands-on experience in stormwater and roadway drainage design, including culverts, bridges, detention/retention systems, and hydraulic modeling.
Proven project management experience, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to all phases of design-build and infrastructure projects.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Strong understanding of state and local stormwater regulations, roadway design standards, and hydraulic analysis principles.
Familiarity with industry-standard design and modeling tools (HEC-RAS, HY-8, StormCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads, GIS) with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility is a plus.
Experience contributing to DOT or state transportation projects is a plus, providing exposure to large-scale, high-impact infrastructure initiatives.
Solid understanding of FEMA floodplain regulations and ability to apply them in practical design solutions.
Strong knowledge of stormwater design, including open channel conveyance, closed drainage systems, and post-construction water quality practices tailored to linear transportation projects.
Hands-on experience with hydraulic and stormwater modeling software, including Bentley StormCAD, CulvertMaster, FlowMaster, ICPR, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, HY-8, SWMM, SMS, SRH-2D, with the ability to learn new tools quickly.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, regularly taking on new projects and challenges with confidence.
Possession of an NCEES record or willingness to establish one is a plus, supporting future PE licensure.

Responsibilities

Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to support stormwater management system designs, including drainage networks, culverts, channels, detention/retention systems, and floodplain evaluations.
Prepare and review drainage reports, calculations, and construction documentation in accordance with project requirements and standards.
Ensure compliance with state and local stormwater regulations, including coordination with the Tennessee Transportation Cabinet (TNTC) and the Tennessee Division of Water.
Develop stormwater design solutions for transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects across Kentucky, ensuring alignment with environmental and permitting requirements.
Conduct watershed studies and floodplain analyses, including evaluation of potential impacts and mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (roadway, structural, environmental) to integrate drainage and stormwater systems into overall project design.
Support permitting efforts, including preparation of regulatory documentation and coordination with relevant agencies.
Assist during construction phases by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and providing technical support.