Stormwater Engineer

Arcadis•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: You will help deliver innovative and sustainable Stormwater Engineering solutions that protect communities and improve transportation infrastructure across Tennessee. You are part of a global network of 34,000 engineers, planners, and technical experts across 30+ countries, all dedicated to solving complex challenges and enhancing quality of life. Every project you contribute to matters. By collaborating with curious, multidisciplinary teams, you will tackle the state’s most complex drainage and roadway projects—from interstates and urban corridors to bridges and design-build initiatives—delivering practical, lasting solutions while advancing your career and expanding your professional expertise.

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